2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 374 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (220 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S2000 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |