2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma. 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, 2011 Fiat Croma, 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 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | S2000 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
