2003 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
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, 2004 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda S2000 | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S2000 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
