2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1421 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Odyssey | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 96 L |