2001 Honda S2000 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 411 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S2000 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S2000 | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
