2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 108 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla, 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S2000 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
