2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara 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, 2010 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2010 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S2000 | Antara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
