2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 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 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S2000 | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |