2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S2000.
Because 2000 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 2000 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | DTS | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
