2012 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda BT-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda BT-50 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 181 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50. 2013 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mazda BT-50 | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | BT-50 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |