2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 23 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 809 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Odyssey | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |