2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1005 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 Volkswagen T5, 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 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S2000 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S2000 | T5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |