2000 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2000 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2000 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 2000 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 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000. 2010 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2000 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:
| 2000 Honda S2000 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | S2000 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
