2004 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, both 2004 Honda S2000 and 2004 MG ZS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda S2000 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 MG ZS, 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 MG ZS (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda S2000 | 2004 MG ZS | |
Make | Honda | MG |
Model | S2000 | ZS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2147 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |