2008 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 859 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (481 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |