2001 Honda S2000 vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, both 2001 Honda S2000 and 2001 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 626, 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S2000 | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S2000 | 626 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |