1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 430 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S2000 | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | S2000 | Phedra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |