2003 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda S2000 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda S2000 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S2000 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
