2001 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S2000 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | S2000 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
