1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. Both 1998 Honda S2000 and 2000 Hyundai Sonata are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 156 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 1998 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 1998 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S2000 | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S2000 | Sonata |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1396 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |