2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 741 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | CX-9 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
