2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500. 2008 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Odyssey | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Odyssey | B2500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2990 mm |