2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1736 more horse power than 2008 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2008 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S2000 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
