2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 9 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 252 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 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 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC, 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S2000 | CC |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |