2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis

To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 11 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 272 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda S2000 2013 Hyundai Genesis
Make Honda Hyundai
Model S2000 Genesis
Year Released 2002 2013
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 343 HP
Engine RPM 8600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 7500 RPM 5300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.9 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.8 mm 87 mm
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 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1537 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1865 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1385 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 65 L


 

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