2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1999 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 80 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 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 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1999 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S2000 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
