2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Odyssey | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
