2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 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 100 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Carens weights approximately 381 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, 2008 Kia Carens, 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, 2008 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2008 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S2000 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
