2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (164 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 493 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 79 L |