2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Honda Fit

To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 15 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, 2008 Honda Fit, 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda S2000 2008 Honda Fit
Make Honda Honda
Model S2000 Fit
Year Released 2002 2008
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 8600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 7500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.9 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.8 mm 89.4 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 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 41 L