2001 Honda S2000 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S2000 would be higher. 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 81 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (157 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S2000 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |