1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Honda S2000. (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 930 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000. 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S2000 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | S2000 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
