2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2009 Honda Odyssey and 2009 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Mazda 2. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 2. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Odyssey | 2 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |