2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2003 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Odyssey | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
