2000 Honda S2000 vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S2000.
Because 2000 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 2000 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda S2000 | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S2000 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |