2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 782 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Odyssey | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
