2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator is newer by 3 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 920 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2005 Lincoln Aviator 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. 2005 Lincoln Aviator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2005 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | S2000 | Aviator |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
