2001 Acura CL vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 2 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000.
Because 1999 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 1999 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL, 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000. 2001 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 1999 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | CL | S2000 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |