2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Odyssey | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5906 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3665 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
