2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 104 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 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S2000 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |