2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 4 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, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 702 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | S2000 | RX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |