2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 162 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S2000 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |