2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 3 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 577 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, 2005 Citroen C8, 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2005 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C8 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
