2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mercedes-Benz S 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Odyssey | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2890 mm |
