2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 2005 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Econoline | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
