2001 Honda S2000 vs. 2003 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000. 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2003 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000. 2003 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S2000 | 2003 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Soarer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |