2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Odyssey | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 920 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
