2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | Viano | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
