2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 967 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000. 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, 2010 Ford Edge, 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, 2010 Ford Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 2010 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | S2000 | Edge |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
