2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | S2000 | Korando |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |