2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2005 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Odyssey | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 96 L |
