2006 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 4 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 280 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, 2010 Peugeot 407, 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda S2000 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S2000 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
