2003 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 214 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, 2005 Toyota Camry, 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000. 2005 Toyota Camry 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. 2005 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S2000 | Camry |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |