2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 7 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 660 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2009 Mercury Mariner 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. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | S2000 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
