2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | S2000 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |