2006 Honda S2000 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 228 kg more than 2006 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda S2000 | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S2000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
