2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Marcos TS
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Marcos TS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Marcos TS would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Marcos TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. 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, 2004 Marcos TS (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2004 Marcos TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 2004 Marcos TS | |
Make | Honda | Marcos |
Model | S2000 | TS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |