2003 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S2000 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus, 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, 1999 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
