2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 289 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda Tribute. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Odyssey | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |
