2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V.
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, 2012 Honda CR-V (350 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm). This means 2012 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
