2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 146 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S2000 | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |
