2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.

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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda S2000 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model S2000 C
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2157 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 6800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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