2005 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 3 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda S2000 | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | S2000 | G8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |