2004 Acura CL vs. 2003 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Acura CL 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura CL weights approximately 294 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 Acura CL, 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, 2004 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda S2000. 2004 Acura CL 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 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura CL | 2003 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | CL | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
