2005 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 43 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 74 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 Seat Exeo, 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda S2000 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | S2000 | Exeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2642 mm |