2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Honda S2000
To start off, 2003 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 225 more horse power than 2003 Honda S2000. (240 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 174 kg more than 2003 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | S2000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6258 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 465 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 705 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |