1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Honda S2000. (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1499 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S2000 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | S2000 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 148 L |