2008 Honda S2000 vs. 2001 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda S2000 | 2001 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S2000 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
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 | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |