2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Chrysler Voyager

To start off, 2012 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 845 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.

Because 2002 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chrysler Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000. 2012 Chrysler Voyager 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. 2012 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda S2000 2012 Chrysler Voyager
Make Honda Chrysler
Model S2000 Voyager
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 2777 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 8600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 7500 RPM 1600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 2110 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 5151 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1999 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 76 L


 

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