2005 Honda S2000 vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2005 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda S2000 | 2007 Lexus LS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | S2000 | LS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |