2004 Honda S2000 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Honda S2000. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 194 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (373 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda S2000 | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S2000 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2147 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |