2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 80 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S2000 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 3.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |