2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 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 109 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 601 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 6 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
