2001 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 890 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 58 L |
