2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
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 Transporter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1020 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 Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S2000 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |