2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2007 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S2000 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
