2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1736 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 610 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 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan 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. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda S2000 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model S2000 Sharan
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2155 cc 2000 cc
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 1973 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 6800 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 4854 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1904 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2919 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 11.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.5 L/100km


 

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