Honda S2000 vs. Nissan 370Z
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Honda S2000 and Nissan 370Z contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Honda S2000 and the Nissan 370Z.
In comparing the Honda S2000's and the Nissan 370Z's specifications and ratings, The Nissan 370Z has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Honda S2000 and Nissan 370Z have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Honda S2000's and the Nissan 370Z's specifications and ratings, the Nissan 370Z is a better car than the Honda S2000.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Honda S2000’s base engine makes 237 horsepower, and the Nissan 370Z base engine makes 332 horsepower. Both the S2000 and the 370Z are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 330 and 494 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Nissan 370Z has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, and cargo space. The Honda S2000 has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$34,795
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,930
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
$23,639
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
$19,735 - $29,930
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
0
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$16,361
Price Range:
$10,930 - $22,570
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
$15,095
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
$13,440 - $18,720
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
37
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
83,799
# Good or Great Deals:
7
Honda S2000 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Nissan 370Z Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Honda S2000
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan 370Z
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.7
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
4.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
0.9 - 5.4
Honda S2000 Rankings
Not yet available
Nissan 370Z Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 14Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 15Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Honda S2000 Trim Levels
Base, CR, CR w/AC and Audio
Nissan 370Z Trim Levels
Base, NISMO, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
237 hp @ 7800 rpm
Torque:
162 foot-lbs @ 6800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.083 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
332 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.103 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
238 / 330 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
Available
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
34.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
44.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
6.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
51.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2864 lbs
Width:
68.9 inches
Height:
50 inches
Length:
162.2 inches
Wheelbase:
94.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3232 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
51.9 inches
Length:
167.2 inches
Wheelbase:
100.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Berlina Black
Blue
Laguna Blue Pearl
Red
New Formula Red
Silver
Chicane Silver
White
Grand Prix White
Yellow
Rio Yellow Pearl
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Magnetic Black
Blue
Monterey Blue
Red
Solid Red
Silver
Not available
White
Pearl White
Yellow
Chicane Yellow
Gray
Brilliant Silver / Platinum Graphite
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Red
Red
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Red
Not available