2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1093 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Lincoln Mark LT (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2008 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | S2000 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 114 L |
