Powertrain
Overview
The S2000 powertrain uses a front-engine/rear-wheel-drive
layout.
The longitudinally mounted engine is mated to a 6-speed,
close-ratio
manual transmission. A propeller shaft carries the output of the
tran...
Introduction
Overview
The Honda S2000 is a high-performance, 2-seat,
open-topped
roadster with an advanced front-engine, rear-wheel-drive sports
car
configuration. Introduced in 2000 as a commemoration of
Honda's 50th...
Powertrain
Overview
The S2000 powertrain uses a front-engine/rear-wheel-drive
layout.
The longitudinally mounted engine is mated to a 6-speed,
close-ratio
manual transmission. A propeller shaft carries the output of the
tran...
S2000 Engine Design
Honda engineers designed the S2000 to achieve an ideal
50/50
weight distribution, a low yaw moment and a low center of
gravity.
They accomplished this by placing the engine and drivetrain as
far
back in th...
The 2004 S2000 engine has been re-designed and
displacement
increased by 0.2 liters through lengthening the stroke of piston
travel. The 2.2-liter, DOHC VTEC 4-cylinder engine produces 240
horsepower and 162 lb.-ft. of torque while meet...
Introduction
Overview
The Honda S2000 is a high-performance, 2-seat, open-topped roadster with an advanced front-engine, rear-wheel-drive sports car configuration. Introduced in 2000 as a commemoration of Honda's 50th anniversary, ...