2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | S2000 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
