2011 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 483 kg more than 2011 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick. 2012 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Maverick | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
