1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 11 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (239 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S2000 | 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |