2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (183 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX, 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S2000 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
