2010 Honda Odyssey vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 905 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 2010 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Odyssey | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Odyssey | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1778 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 64 L |
