2004 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2004 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 2004 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2004 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda S2000 | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | S2000 | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
