2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 321 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | S2000 | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 210 Nm |
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 | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |