1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Honda S2000. (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 751 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Quest, 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S2000 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S2000 | Quest |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |