2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 19 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 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 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Transit Connect | S2000 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |