2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey 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 85 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 552 kg more than 2010 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6. 2005 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 6 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 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Odyssey | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 226 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |