2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 912 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S2000 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
