2005 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Dodge Dakota is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 572 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2005 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Dakota | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Dakota | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
