Honda S2000 vs Nissan 350Z
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Nissan 350Z
Overview
| Spec | Honda S2000Base | Nissan 350ZEnthusiast |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Enthusiast |
| Body style | Convertible | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2009 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Honda S2000Base | Nissan 350ZEnthusiast |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $34,995 (best) | $36,870 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Honda S2000Base | Nissan 350ZEnthusiast |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 24 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 20 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Honda S2000Base | Nissan 350ZEnthusiast |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 237 hp | 306 hp (best) |
| Torque | 162 lb-ft | 268 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.2 L | 3.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Honda S2000Base | Nissan 350ZEnthusiast |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 5 cu ft (best) | 4.1 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 2,864 lbs (best) | 3,575 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 4.2 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 94.5 in | 104.3 in (best) |
| Length | 162.2 in | 169.8 in (best) |
| Width | 68.9 in | 71.5 in (best) |
| Height | 50 in | 52.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Honda S2000Base | Nissan 350ZEnthusiast |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Honda S2000 | Nissan 350Z |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $34,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Enthusiast $36,870 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | CR $36,995 MSRP | Enthusiast $37,870 MSRP |
| 3 | CR $37,995 MSRP | Touring $39,220 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Touring $40,220 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Grand Touring $41,570 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Grand Touring $42,570 MSRP |