2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 55 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, 2005 Saturn L, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | S2000 | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 94 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
