2006 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 294 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2006 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda S2000 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | S2000 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4935 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |