2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B2300 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 105 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 643 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mazda B2300 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 2006 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B2300 | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | B2300 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3500 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
