2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2008 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S2000 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
