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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 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 205 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.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 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 | 3473 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
