2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Agila. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Agila 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 169 more horse power than 2008 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Agila, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2008 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S2000 | Agila |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 15 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
