1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (153 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 901 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Odyssey | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
