2008 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 2 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |