1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Honda S2000. (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1477 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (641 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S2000 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Honda | Land Rover |
Model | S2000 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 641 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2717 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 105 L |