2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 105 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Magna. 2004 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2004 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S2000 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
