2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 269 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, 2012 Kia Carens, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S2000 | Carens |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |