2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 206 would be higher. Both 2009 Honda S2000 and 2008 Peugeot 206 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206.
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 Peugeot 206, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2008 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S2000 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
