2004 Honda S2000 vs. 2002 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Quest. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 534 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000.
Because 2004 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 2004 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest, 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 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2004 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda S2000 | 2002 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S2000 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
