1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 2000 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S2000 | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S2000 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
