2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 6 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda S2000 | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S2000 | Beetle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |