2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2009 Jeep Compass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Compass. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Compass weights approximately 692 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 Jeep Compass 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, 2009 Jeep Compass 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2009 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S2000 | Compass |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
