2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S2000 | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 300 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |