2001 Honda S2000 vs. 1998 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Honda S2000.
Because 1998 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2001 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S2000 | 1998 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S2000 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
