2006 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 481 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 50 L |
