2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Because 2008 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S2000 | Premacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |