2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 115 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S2000 | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |