2005 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 7 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 120 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda S2000 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S2000 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1404 mm |
