2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 253 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Mustang (410 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | S2000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 208 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 58 L |