2000 Honda S2000 vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 725 kg more than 2000 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S2000 | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S2000 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
