2005 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will offer significantly more control. 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | NSX | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
