2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Honda S2000. (251 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 720 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | SRX | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
