2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
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, 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (302 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 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. 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | S2000 | Genesis Coupe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1525 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
