2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | S2000 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
