2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Odyssey | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
