1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 841 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Odyssey | C |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
