2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2011 Lancia Delta. 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 Lancia Delta, 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, 2011 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | S2000 | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 8.5 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
