2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2009 Lada Niva | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | S2000 | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |