2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 960 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Colorado | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
