2000 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | CLK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |