2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
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 Nissan NP300, 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 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S2000 | NP300 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |