2005 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda S2000 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S2000 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
