2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi Q3 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi Q3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Honda Odyssey | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Odyssey | Q3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |