2006 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 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. Both 2006 Honda S2000 and 2009 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda S2000 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S2000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
