2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 334 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Odyssey | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 89 L |