2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 10 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | S2000 | CTS-V |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |