2008 Mazda Mazda5 vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
When we compare the 2008 Mazda Mazda5's and the 2008 Honda Odyssey's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Mazda Mazda5 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2008 Honda Odyssey has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2008 Mazda Mazda5's and the 2008 Honda Odyssey's specifications and ratings, the 2008 Honda Odyssey is a better car than the 2008 Mazda Mazda5.
2008 Mazda Mazda5 vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey Pricing
A used 2008 Mazda Mazda5 ranges from $3,804 to $11,851 while a used 2008 Honda Odyssey is priced between $3,526 to $11,594.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2008 Mazda Mazda5’s base engine makes 153 horsepower, and the 2008 Honda Odyssey base engine makes 244 horsepower. The Mazda5 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 445 miles. The Odyssey is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 483 miles.This gives the 2008 Mazda Mazda5 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2008 Honda Odyssey the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2008 Honda Odyssey has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2008 Honda Odyssey has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
3804 - 11851
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3526 - 11594
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.447803
Mazda Mazda5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Odyssey Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.016445 / 10
Reliability:
8.749336 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mazda Mazda5 Rankings
Not yet available
Honda Odyssey Rankings
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6 out of / 7Summary Review
The Mazda5 was a compact multi-purpose vehicle that Mazda sold globally for many years, including in the US market. The Mazda5’s last year of sales in America was 2015.
Summary Review
The Honda Odyssey is one of America’s most popular minivans and a top seller in the Honda line. Now in its fifth generation, the Odyssey is known as a reliable, comfortable family vehicle.
Pros and Cons
- Unique packaging and seating
- Smaller size makes it easy to maneuver and park
- Low sales numbers mean limited used vehicle availability
- Poor IIHS crash test results
Pros and Cons
- Quiet, smooth ride
- V6 power in all trims
- Engaging driving dynamics
- Compact spare on all trims (2022)
- No green powertrain option
- AWD not available
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2008 Mazda Mazda5 Trim Levels
Grand Touring, Sport, Touring
2008 Honda Odyssey Trim Levels
EX, EX-L, EX-L w/DVD, EX-L w/DVD w/Navi, LX, Touring, Touring w/PAX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
153 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
148 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.045 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
244 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
240 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 445 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
336 / 483 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
11.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
44.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
142.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63 inches
Cargo Space:
38.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
44.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
209.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3417 lbs
Width:
69.1 inches
Height:
64.2 inches
Length:
181.5 inches
Wheelbase:
108.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4385 lbs
Width:
77.1 inches
Height:
68.8 inches
Length:
202.1 inches
Wheelbase:
118.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available