2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 Honda S2000 and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 240 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 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S2000 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
