2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Odyssey | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
