2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | CLK | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |
