2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 5 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 389 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.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Lumina | S2000 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |