2003 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 229 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan X-Trail. 2004 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2003 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S2000 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |