2002 Audi R8 vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 2000 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S2000 weights approximately 1263 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000. 2002 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | R8 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
