Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda5 | Honda Odyssey | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 w/DoD OHC-4v 247 hp@5700 250 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 118.1 in | -9.8 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 202.9 in | -22.4 in |
Width | 68.9 in | 79.2 in | -10.3 in |
Height | 63.6 in | 68.4 in | -4.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3417 lb. | 4337 lb. | -920 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.7 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 64.4 in | -8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 58.2 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.9 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.5 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 63.5 in | -8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 66.1 in | -8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 40.9 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.1 in | 38.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.3 in | 60.9 in | -11.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.9 in | 48.4 in | -7.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.5 in | 42.4 in | -11.9 in |
Total Legroom | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | 124.2 in (over 3 rows) | -13.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 38.4 ft3 | -27.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 44.4 ft3 | 93.1 ft3 | -48.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 148.5 ft3 | -77.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda5.
2012 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
The Odyssey has the best seat setup of any minivan on the market, by a large margin. Standard 8th seat, which is usable, easy to flip the 3rd row, adjustable 2nd row without floor rails to collect debris from kiddos. see full Honda Odyssey review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 6-speed automatic FWD |
Nice and roomy 2nd row, we really like the Wide mode seating. Very nice 3rd row usable by adults. see full Honda Odyssey review |
2012 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seats are still more thinly padded than the competition - and the third row seat angle is merely adequate. My mother in law noted that our Ody 3rd row is really like a standard seat - not "3rd class" - but the Pacifica made her feel like she was "stuck in the back". see full Honda Odyssey review |