2000 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S2000 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S2000 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S2000 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
