2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S2000 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
