2005 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic, 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 (220 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2007 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
