2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | S2000 | Exige |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |