2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, both 2002 Honda S2000 and 2002 Pontiac Grand Am were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,399 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am, 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 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | S2000 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 264 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |