2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 141 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, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | S2000 | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |