2005 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 712 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.
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 Volkswagen Routan, 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 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Routan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000. 2011 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2005 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda S2000 | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S2000 | Routan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
