2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 698 kg more than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | Sprinter | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2768 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6939 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2814 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4326 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
