1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2004 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda S2000 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Metro, 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, 2004 Honda S2000 (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Metro | 2004 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Metro | S2000 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |