2003 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 616 kg more than 2003 Honda S2000.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda S2000 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S2000 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |