2005 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Vivant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Vivant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Vivant weights approximately 58 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 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 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Vivant, 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Vivant | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Vivant | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
