Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition

vs

Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer)

Japan vs Japan — 2000 vs 2008

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition (2000)
Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer) (2008)
Specifications
Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen EditionS2000 CR (Club Racer)
Horsepower280 hp237 hp
Top Speed149 mph149 mph
Weight2,998 lbs2,767 lbs
Wheelbase2,510 mm2,400 mm
Length4,350 mm4,135 mm
Units Produced2,500699
Collectibility9/109/10
Rarity9/1010/10
The Verdict

This matchup is remarkably close. The 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition offers more power, while the 2008 Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer) counters with lighter weight, greater rarity. Neither holds a decisive advantage, making this a true enthusiast's dilemma. Your choice ultimately depends on which driving philosophy resonates more with you.

Overview

The 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition and 2008 Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer) stand as two of the most notable Coupe cars from Modern classic. Both emerged during a period of intense competition, and choosing between them remains a passionate debate among collectors. The 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition holds a clear advantage in raw power with 280 hp compared to 237 hp, a 43-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. The engine configurations differ significantly — a Inline-4 Turbo in the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition versus a Inline-4 VTEC in the Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer). The 2008 Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer) claims a higher top speed at 149 mph compared to 149 mph. The Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer) carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 231 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 699 units built, the 2008 Honda S2000 CR (Club Racer) is considerably scarcer than the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Makinen Edition's 2,500 examples.