2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2004 Mazda B2500 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 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S2000 | B2500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2990 mm |