2001 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 270 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander, 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S2000 | 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S2000 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
