2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.

Because 2002 Honda S2000 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 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda S2000 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model S2000 A
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 8600 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 7500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 54 L


 

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