2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 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 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S2000 | B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| 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 | 1250 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
