2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2008 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S2000 | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
