2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift

To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift 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 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 130 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Suzuki Swift, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda S2000 2004 Suzuki Swift
Make Honda Suzuki
Model S2000 Swift
Year Released 2002 2004
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 8600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 7500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.9 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.8 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 45 L


 

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