2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2003 Tata Safari

To start off, 2003 Tata Safari 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 103 more horse power than 2003 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata Safari weights approximately 775 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.

Because 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda S2000 2003 Tata Safari
Make Honda Tata
Model S2000 Safari
Year Released 2002 2003
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 238 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 8600 RPM 5530 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 7500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 2040 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2660 mm


 

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