2006 Honda S2000 vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 465 kg more than 2006 Honda S2000.
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, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (230 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda S2000 | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S2000 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |