2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage 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 97 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 156 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
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, 2006 Kia Sportage, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S2000 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
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 | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |