2009 Honda S2000 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (220 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (312 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S2000 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
