2000 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (143 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Honda S2000.
Because 2000 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 2000 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S2000 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S2000 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
