2005 Honda NSX vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
