2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 786 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.
Because 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000, 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S2000 | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1768 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |