2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2007 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |