2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 687 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
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 Hyundai Atos, 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 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2008 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S2000 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
