2000 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 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. Both 2000 Honda S2000 and 2006 Peugeot 407 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 205 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, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S2000 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S2000 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88 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 | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
