2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 735 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.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (355 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S2000 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
