2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2008 Honda S2000 and 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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. 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S2000 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
