2005 Honda S2000 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Honda S2000. (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 474 kg more than 2005 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda S2000. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2005 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda S2000 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Honda | Jaguar |
Model | S2000 | S-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |