2007 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1347 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |