2002 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster, 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, 2013 Mini Roadster (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | S2000 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
