2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 2002 Honda S2000

To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 4 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Magnum 2002 Honda S2000
Make Dodge Honda
Model Magnum S2000
Year Released 2006 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 8600 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 208 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 7500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 83.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 58 L


 

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