2005 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 981 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda S2000 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S2000 | T5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |