2005 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |