2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga 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 (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 450 kg more than 2012 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Kuga. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Kuga 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Odyssey | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 53 L |
