2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1346 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda AZ has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda AZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Odyssey | AZ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2260 mm |
