2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S2000 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 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 | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
