2003 Honda S2000 vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2003 Honda S2000 and 2003 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda S2000 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2003 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3, 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, 2003 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 3. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S2000 | 3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |