2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Odyssey. (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Odyssey | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Odyssey | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 88 L |
