2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 309 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 SLR McLaren (820 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | SLR McLaren | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 820 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 79 L |
