2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Laguna 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 @ 7800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 Renault Laguna. 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 Renault Laguna, 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 Renault Laguna (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S2000 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| 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 | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
