2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 4 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 2,694 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 952 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | S2000 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
