2005 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 6 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 106 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus CT weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000.
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, 2011 Lexus CT, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda S2000 | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | S2000 | CT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
