1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 7 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 115 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter 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 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Odyssey | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
