2006 Honda S2000 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda S2000 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 136 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 153 kg more than 2006 Honda S2000.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda S2000 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S2000 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |