2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1398 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |