2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | S2000 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
