2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 2 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Lincoln LS. (229 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
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, 2004 Lincoln LS (298 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2004 Lincoln LS 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. 2004 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
Make | Honda | Lincoln |
Model | S2000 | LS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |