2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 552 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 2013 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda S2000 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |