2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Honda S2000. (251 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1243 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
