2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 345 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 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 | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |