2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda S2000 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 56 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 145 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | CLC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |