2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 103 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |