2004 Honda S2000 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 9 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, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda S2000 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. 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, 2013 Mini Coupe, 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, 2013 Mini Coupe (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda S2000. (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda S2000 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | S2000 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1286 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
