2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz B

To start off, both 2008 Honda S2000 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 122 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda S2000 2008 Mercedes-Benz B
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model S2000 B
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1699 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 8300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 7500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.1 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 78.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.2 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 54 L


 

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