1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Honda Odyssey. (245 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 830 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000. 2013 Honda Odyssey 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. 2013 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S2000 | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S2000 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
