2007 Honda NSX vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda NSX | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | CLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 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 | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |