2006 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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, 2005 Mini Cooper, 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda S2000 | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | S2000 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
