2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 960 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | S2000 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2225 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 |
