2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Toyota Prius V
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius V 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Prius V weights approximately 305 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius V. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2012 Toyota Prius V | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Prius V |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1575 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |