Especificaciones y análisis del Honda S2000
Power
241HP
Torque
208Nm
Consumption
10l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
6.2s
Top Speed
240km/h
Weight
1260kg
Price
41,000€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
RWD
2 / 2 doors
160 L
50 L
177 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Honda S2000 2.0 VTEC · 241 CV (1999-2006)
General description
The Honda S2000 is not just a car, it's a statement of principles. Born to celebrate Honda's 50th anniversary, this roadster is the embodiment of a passion for engineering and driving in its purest form. A rear-wheel-drive two-seater with an engine that screams to the heavens, designed to connect the driver with the asphalt in a way few modern cars can replicate.
Driving experience
Driving an S2000 is a visceral experience dominated by its legendary VTEC engine. Below 6000 rpm it's docile, but upon crossing that barrier, the car transforms into a howling beast that pushes you to reach 9000 rpm. The six-speed manual transmission is short, metallic, and precise, a mechanical delight. Its perfectly balanced chassis and direct steering communicate every texture of the road, creating an unforgettable symbiosis between man and machine.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is timeless and functional. A classic roadster silhouette with a long hood and a short rear that screams sportiness. The lines are clean and sharp, without unnecessary adornments. Inside, the cabin is a pilot-focused cockpit. The digital instrument cluster, inspired by racing, and the layout of the controls, everything is designed to keep your hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road. It's a space for driving, not for distractions.
Technology and features
The crown jewel is its F20C engine, a masterpiece of naturally aspirated engineering that once held the record for specific power output for a production engine. With 241 horsepower extracted from just two liters, VTEC technology is the key to its incredible duality. The X-bone central beam chassis gives it exceptional structural rigidity for a convertible, allowing the double-wishbone suspension on both axles to work with superb efficiency.
Competition
In its time, it faced rivals of the caliber of the Porsche Boxster, the BMW Z3, and the Mazda MX-5. While some offered more luxury or comfort, the S2000 distinguished itself as the most radical and purist option. It was the car for the enthusiast who valued the engineering of a high-revving engine and the agility of a sharp chassis above all else.
Conclusion
The Honda S2000 is much more than a simple sports car; it's an icon, a legend of Japanese motorsport that celebrates the pure connection between driver and mechanics. It represents a golden era that is unlikely to return. A car that is not just driven, but felt and lived with every rev, leaving an indelible mark on the heart of anyone privileged enough to be at its controls.