2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 2 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 605 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.
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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2010 Lexus LS 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. 2010 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | S2000 | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
