2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
