2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Lincoln Zephyr
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lincoln Zephyr would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. (218 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. (271 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Lincoln Zephyr | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Odyssey | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |
