1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 321 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Odyssey | C |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |