2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 477 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | S2000 | IS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |