2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 640 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S2000 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 92 L |
