2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 557 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 2003 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Statesman | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Statesman | S2000 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |