1999 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S2000 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S2000 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
