2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2002 Honda S2000

To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 7 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.

Because 2002 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo GTV 2002 Honda S2000
Make Alfa Romeo Honda
Model GTV S2000
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 8600 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 208 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 7500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 83.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 58 L


 

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