2002 Honda NSX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2002 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 516 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda NSX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |