2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 2008 Honda Civic 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. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S2000 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
