2003 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2004 Saturn Vue 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn Vue weights approximately 159 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 Saturn Vue, 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | S2000 | Vue |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |