2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 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 81 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S2000 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85 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 | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |