2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Renault Logan, 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S2000 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
