Ford Transit Connect vs. Honda Odyssey
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Transit Connect and Honda Odyssey contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford Transit Connect and the Honda Odyssey.
In comparing the Ford Transit Connect's and the Honda Odyssey's specifications and ratings, the Ford Transit Connect has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Honda Odyssey has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Transit Connect's and the Honda Odyssey's specifications and ratings, the Ford Transit Connect is a better car than the Honda Odyssey.
Pricing: A used 2023 Ford Transit Connect ranges from $34,377 to $45,914 while a used 2024 Honda Odyssey is priced between $39,289 to $51,770. For a new model, the Ford Transit Connect's price is between $36,045 and $43,442, with the Honda Odyssey priced between $40,703 and $51,800.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Transit Connect’s base engine makes 162 horsepower, and the Honda Odyssey base engine makes 280 horsepower. The Transit Connect is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 411 miles. The Odyssey is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles.This gives the Ford Transit Connect the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Honda Odyssey the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Honda Odyssey has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more , and front shoulder room. The Ford Transit Connect has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The Honda Odyssey has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Honda Odyssey has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$36,045 - $43,442
Starting MSRP:
$34,100
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$35,491
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$33,100 - $37,490
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$40,703 - $51,800
Starting MSRP:
$38,240
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
$37,294
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
$33,600 - $39,400
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$39,511
Price Range:
$34,377 - $45,914
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$39,314
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$35,849 - $42,061
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
49
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
16,291
# Good or Great Deals:
15
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$45,288
Price Range:
$39,289 - $51,770
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
$51,199
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
$40,962 - $64,658
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
486
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
9,459
# Good or Great Deals:
102
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
Depreciation %:
Resale Value $:
Typical Category Depreciation %:
N/A
Category Depreciation Range:
N/A
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$15,806
Depreciation %:
41.3%
Resale Value $:
$22,434
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Minivans)
45.2%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Minivans)
41.3% - 48.7%
Ford Transit Connect Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Odyssey Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Transit Connect
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda Odyssey
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
5.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
1.7 - 21.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
15.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
5.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
4.2 - 15.4
Ford Transit Connect Rankings
Not yet available
Honda Odyssey Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 7Ranking
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2 out of / 7Ranking
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3 out of / 7Ranking
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7 out of / 7Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Transit Connect Trim Levels
Titanium, XL, XLT
Honda Odyssey Trim Levels
Elite, EX, EX-L, Sport, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
162 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
144 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 26 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
379 / 411 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
371 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
46.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
104.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
168.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Cargo Space:
32.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
196.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3581 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
72 inches
Length:
174.2 inches
Wheelbase:
104.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4482 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
69.6 inches
Length:
205.2 inches
Wheelbase:
118.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
215/55R16XL
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black
Blue
Dark Blue
Red
Race Red
Silver
Silver
White
Frozen White
Yellow
School Bus Yellow
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Obsidian Blue Pearl
Red
Radiant Red Metallic II
Silver
Lunar Silver Metallic
White
Platinum White Pearl
Yellow
Not available
Gray
Modern Steel Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony / Ebony/Palazzo Grey
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Beige
Beige
Brown
Mocha
Gray
Gray
