2006 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 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 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 138 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
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 Hyundai i20, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda S2000 | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S2000 | i20 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |