2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 4 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Optima weights approximately 274 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, 2012 Kia Optima (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2012 Kia Optima | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S2000 | Optima |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |