2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2002 Jeep Willys 2
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Willys 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Willys 2 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Willys 2 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 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, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 (210 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Willys 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 2002 Jeep Willys 2 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Willys 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S2000 | Willys 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
