2002 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda S2000 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 Honda S2000 (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2004 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
