2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 803 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 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S2000 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
