1999 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S2000 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (231 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda S2000 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | C |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |