2008 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Honda NSX and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 820 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda NSX | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | NSX | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |