2006 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 258 kg more than 2006 Honda S2000.
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 C (240 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda S2000 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |