2001 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |
