2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |