2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 7 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 680 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Odyssey | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
