2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2006 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2006 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | HR-V | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
