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	=='''Model Year 2005'''==		=='''Model Year 2005'''==

	Per 9/1/04 Honda press release “There are no changes to the 2005 Honda S2000.”		Per 9/1/04 Honda press release “There are no changes to the 2005 [[Honda S2000]].”

	* On 2/15/05 the MSRP went from $32,950 to $33,150. Shipping is another $515.		* On 2/15/05 the MSRP went from $32,950 to $33,150. Shipping is another $515.

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Comparison AP2 vs AP2

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	===Comparison ~~AP2~~ vs AP2===		===Comparison AP1 vs AP2===
	Sport Compact Car magazine did a road test of the 2004 S2000. They report the 2.2 liter made 210 hp at 8000 rpm at the rear wheels, compared to 203 hp at 8500 rpm that the old 2 liter delivered, and 146 lb-ft of torque at 6400 rpm, compared to 136 lb-ft at 6300 rpm. They go on to say, “Sure, peak power remains the name of the game here, but there's obviously more power than Honda is telling us, and the improved midrange is nice to have around town”. They also did some handling tests and reported the 04 understeered on the skid pad; it registered .89 compared to .92 for the 2 liter car. In the slalom the 04 improved by 1.2 mph to 71.0 mph. They also did some acceleration runs but fried the clutch. 50 to 70 acceleration was faster by .18 seconds, and 0 to 100 is faster by just .2 seconds.		Sport Compact Car magazine did a road test of the 2004 S2000. They report the 2.2 liter made 210 hp at 8000 rpm at the rear wheels, compared to 203 hp at 8500 rpm that the old 2 liter delivered, and 146 lb-ft of torque at 6400 rpm, compared to 136 lb-ft at 6300 rpm. They go on to say, “Sure, peak power remains the name of the game here, but there's obviously more power than Honda is telling us, and the improved midrange is nice to have around town”. They also did some handling tests and reported the 04 understeered on the skid pad; it registered .89 compared to .92 for the 2 liter car. In the slalom the 04 improved by 1.2 mph to 71.0 mph. They also did some acceleration runs but fried the clutch. 50 to 70 acceleration was faster by .18 seconds, and 0 to 100 is faster by just .2 seconds.

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	[[Category:General ~~Information~~]]		[[Category:General]]
	== '''Model Year 2001''' ==		== '''Model Year 2001''' ==

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	== '''Model Year 2001''' ==		== '''Model Year 2001''' ==

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	== '''Model Year 2001''' ==		== '''Model Year 2001''' ==

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	===~~FIRST COMPARISON~~===		===Comparison AP2 vs AP2===
	Sport Compact Car magazine did a road test of the 2004 S2000. They report the 2.2 liter made 210 hp at 8000 rpm at the rear wheels, compared to 203 hp at 8500 rpm that the old 2 liter delivered, and 146 lb-ft of torque at 6400 rpm, compared to 136 lb-ft at 6300 rpm. They go on to say, “Sure, peak power remains the name of the game here, but there's obviously more power than Honda is telling us, and the improved midrange is nice to have around town”. They also did some handling tests and reported the 04 understeered on the skid pad; it registered .89 compared to .92 for the 2 liter car. In the slalom the 04 improved by 1.2 mph to 71.0 mph. They also did some acceleration runs but fried the clutch. 50 to 70 acceleration was faster by .18 seconds, and 0 to 100 is faster by just .2 seconds.		Sport Compact Car magazine did a road test of the 2004 S2000. They report the 2.2 liter made 210 hp at 8000 rpm at the rear wheels, compared to 203 hp at 8500 rpm that the old 2 liter delivered, and 146 lb-ft of torque at 6400 rpm, compared to 136 lb-ft at 6300 rpm. They go on to say, “Sure, peak power remains the name of the game here, but there's obviously more power than Honda is telling us, and the improved midrange is nice to have around town”. They also did some handling tests and reported the 04 understeered on the skid pad; it registered .89 compared to .92 for the 2 liter car. In the slalom the 04 improved by 1.2 mph to 71.0 mph. They also did some acceleration runs but fried the clutch. 50 to 70 acceleration was faster by .18 seconds, and 0 to 100 is faster by just .2 seconds.

Sneida at 12:30, 6 July 2019

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	=='''Model Year 2004 (AP2 - Second Generation)'''==		=='''Model Year 2004 (AP2 - Second Generation)'''==
	<br>		<br>
	===~~ENGINE~~===		===Engine===
	<br>		<br>

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	* The '03's pistons whiz at 4906 feet per minute at 8900 rpm, whereas the '04's slugs rip along at just 4761 feet per minute at 8000 rpm.		* The '03's pistons whiz at 4906 feet per minute at 8900 rpm, whereas the '04's slugs rip along at just 4761 feet per minute at 8000 rpm.

	===~~TRANSMISSION~~===		===Transmission===
	* A tighter secondary gear reduction ratio (1.206 vs 1.16) to provide a bit more snap off the line and to better match the characteristics of the new motor. This is also called the intermediate ratio and is the gear after the transmission and before the driveshaft. It goes like this: Crankshaft -> clutch -> transmission (gears 1-6 + R) -> intermediate ratio gear -> driveshaft -> rear diff -> axles		* A tighter secondary gear reduction ratio (1.206 vs 1.16) to provide a bit more snap off the line and to better match the characteristics of the new motor. This is also called the intermediate ratio and is the gear after the transmission and before the driveshaft. It goes like this: Crankshaft -> clutch -> transmission (gears 1-6 + R) -> intermediate ratio gear -> driveshaft -> rear diff -> axles
	* 4% shorter ratios for 1st through 4th gears while the 5th ratio is effectively 1% shorter and 6th is effectively 2% longer, for a slightly more relaxed cruise speed. 5th gear ratio changed from 0.971 to 0.942. 6th gear ratio changed from 0.811 to 0.763.		* 4% shorter ratios for 1st through 4th gears while the 5th ratio is effectively 1% shorter and 6th is effectively 2% longer, for a slightly more relaxed cruise speed. 5th gear ratio changed from 0.971 to 0.942. 6th gear ratio changed from 0.811 to 0.763.
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	* transmission case rigidity improved		* transmission case rigidity improved

	===~~CLUTCH~~===		===Clutch===

	* Redesigned clutch and clutch case.		* Redesigned clutch and clutch case.
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	===~~DIFFERENTIAL~~===		===Differential===
	* Redesigned differential; it has been beefed up.		* Redesigned differential; it has been beefed up.
	* By moving to an FCD material (from FC), the case rigidity was improved by 40% while the overall case strength was increased 20%.		* By moving to an FCD material (from FC), the case rigidity was improved by 40% while the overall case strength was increased 20%.
	* Gear fatigue resistance improved by 5% through a change in the shot peening method for the drive pinion gear.		* Gear fatigue resistance improved by 5% through a change in the shot peening method for the drive pinion gear.

	===~~SUSPENSION~~ & ~~STEERING~~===		===Suspension & Steering===
	* Front spring rates increased by nearly 7%		* Front spring rates increased by nearly 7%
	* Rear spring rates were softened by roughly 10%.		* Rear spring rates were softened by roughly 10%.
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	* steering ratio lowered from 13.8:1 to 14.9:1		* steering ratio lowered from 13.8:1 to 14.9:1

	===~~CHASSIS~~===		===Chassis===
	* Chassis code AP1 = MY00-MY03 chassis changed to AP2 with the re-designed bumpers and new headlights / tail lights.		* Chassis code AP1 = MY00-MY03 chassis changed to AP2 with the re-designed bumpers and new headlights / tail lights.
	* A new cross brace at the very front of the frame (positioned horizontally, in front of the radiator),		* A new cross brace at the very front of the frame (positioned horizontally, in front of the radiator),
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	* overall weight increase of 25 pounds, from 2810 to 2835 pounds		* overall weight increase of 25 pounds, from 2810 to 2835 pounds

	===~~WHEELS~~ & ~~TIRES~~===		===Wheels & Tires===
	* New 17" wheels, wider in front and rear (by 0.5" and 1.0" respectively), wrapped in wider tires.		* New 17" wheels, wider in front and rear (by 0.5" and 1.0" respectively), wrapped in wider tires.
	* In the front, 205/55R16s were replaced by 215/45R17 tires.		* In the front, 205/55R16s were replaced by 215/45R17 tires.
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	* The new tires feature a completely different tread pattern, intended to improve the balance in performance between dry and wet conditions.		* The new tires feature a completely different tread pattern, intended to improve the balance in performance between dry and wet conditions.

	===~~BRAKES~~===		===Brakes===
	* To improve fade resistance and stopping power at and near the limit, the brake pad material has been changed from a non-metallic compound to a new metallic compound. The new pad material (Jurid632) provides greater frictional stability in high-temperature operating ranges.		* To improve fade resistance and stopping power at and near the limit, the brake pad material has been changed from a non-metallic compound to a new metallic compound. The new pad material (Jurid632) provides greater frictional stability in high-temperature operating ranges.
	* Master cylinder ratio has been changed from 6.5 to 6.0, resulting in an increased feel of rigidity and "build-up" quality (Honda's term for more stopping power in the latter stage of brake application under constant application). Honda claims less pedal travel is required than previously.		* Master cylinder ratio has been changed from 6.5 to 6.0, resulting in an increased feel of rigidity and "build-up" quality (Honda's term for more stopping power in the latter stage of brake application under constant application). Honda claims less pedal travel is required than previously.
	* The ABS system has been improved through the use of split-regulation yaw-control logic for improved stability on split-¼¼ surfaces when the ABS is triggered. Furthermore, though more powerful than before, the system (consisting of the CPU and modulator) has been downsized for both precious space and weight savings.		* The ABS system has been improved through the use of split-regulation yaw-control logic for improved stability on split-¼¼ surfaces when the ABS is triggered. Furthermore, though more powerful than before, the system (consisting of the CPU and modulator) has been downsized for both precious space and weight savings.

	===~~EXTERIOR~~===		===Exterior===
	* new nose job, with wider air intake and new headlights above it		* new nose job, with wider air intake and new headlights above it
	* fake brake opening reshaped and moved inward		* fake brake opening reshaped and moved inward
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	* Spa Yellow dropped		* Spa Yellow dropped

	===~~INTERIOR~~===		===Interior===
	* new combination red and black colored seats		* new combination red and black colored seats
	* more sculpted door panel inserts; shoulder room increased by 0.5"		* more sculpted door panel inserts; shoulder room increased by 0.5"
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	* NOT SURE ON THIS: In Europe they are advertising a new three-part speedster cover. The cover fits over the folded hood and features a pair of raised domes that sweep back from the two headrests/rollover bars to provide a distinctive look reminiscent of many classic sports cars.		* NOT SURE ON THIS: In Europe they are advertising a new three-part speedster cover. The cover fits over the folded hood and features a pair of raised domes that sweep back from the two headrests/rollover bars to provide a distinctive look reminiscent of many classic sports cars.
	* HP is now stated at 237 - due to the auto industry wide change in how HP is calculated**		* HP is now stated at 237 - due to the auto industry wide change in how HP is calculated**
			* New Horsepower Ratings to Level the Field in Performance
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	** New Horsepower Ratings to Level the Field in Performance
	The Society of Automotive Engineers has standardized a horsepower measuring system, requiring several automakers to take a critical look at their more subjective output assertions. Toyota and Honda, in particular, have had to downgrade the horsepower ratings of some of their vehicles from the 2005 to 2006 model years as a result of this new system. Even though it features the same 3.0-liter V6 engine, the Toyota Camry has seen its output rating reduced in one model year from 210 to 190 horsepower. As the Detroit News notes, though, the new SAE horsepower standards have worked in favor of some companies — such as GM, which was able to boost the horsepower rating of the Northstar V8 in the Cadillac STS-V from 440 to 469 horsepower. All automakers are expected to eventually comply with these ratings, and American manufacturers, such as Ford and DaimlerChrysler, already have plans to incorporate the SAE standards into tests of vehicles scheduled to receive new powertrains. What this means to you: More accurate horsepower ratings mean more accurate comparisons between cars from all part of the world. The new rating is done with the accessories at load. Honda probably knew this in MY2004 and just under-rated the 2004 so it would not go down by much in 2006. That said, the S2000 loses less under the new rating compared to some other Hondas as it has a smaller AC compressor, has EPS, and a smaller alternator than most other Hondas to draw on the engine under load.		The Society of Automotive Engineers has standardized a horsepower measuring system, requiring several automakers to take a critical look at their more subjective output assertions. Toyota and Honda, in particular, have had to downgrade the horsepower ratings of some of their vehicles from the 2005 to 2006 model years as a result of this new system. Even though it features the same 3.0-liter V6 engine, the Toyota Camry has seen its output rating reduced in one model year from 210 to 190 horsepower. As the Detroit News notes, though, the new SAE horsepower standards have worked in favor of some companies — such as GM, which was able to boost the horsepower rating of the Northstar V8 in the Cadillac STS-V from 440 to 469 horsepower. All automakers are expected to eventually comply with these ratings, and American manufacturers, such as Ford and DaimlerChrysler, already have plans to incorporate the SAE standards into tests of vehicles scheduled to receive new powertrains. What this means to you: More accurate horsepower ratings mean more accurate comparisons between cars from all part of the world. The new rating is done with the accessories at load. Honda probably knew this in MY2004 and just under-rated the 2004 so it would not go down by much in 2006. That said, the S2000 loses less under the new rating compared to some other Hondas as it has a smaller AC compressor, has EPS, and a smaller alternator than most other Hondas to draw on the engine under load.

Sneida at 12:29, 6 July 2019

2019-07-06T12:29:23Z

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	=='''Model Year 2004 (AP2 - Second Generation)'''==		=='''Model Year 2004 (AP2 - Second Generation)'''==
	<br>		<br>
	ENGINE		===ENGINE===
	<br>		<br>

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	* The '03's pistons whiz at 4906 feet per minute at 8900 rpm, whereas the '04's slugs rip along at just 4761 feet per minute at 8000 rpm.		* The '03's pistons whiz at 4906 feet per minute at 8900 rpm, whereas the '04's slugs rip along at just 4761 feet per minute at 8000 rpm.

	TRANSMISSION		===TRANSMISSION===
	* A tighter secondary gear reduction ratio (1.206 vs 1.16) to provide a bit more snap off the line and to better match the characteristics of the new motor. This is also called the intermediate ratio and is the gear after the transmission and before the driveshaft. It goes like this: Crankshaft -> clutch -> transmission (gears 1-6 + R) -> intermediate ratio gear -> driveshaft -> rear diff -> axles		* A tighter secondary gear reduction ratio (1.206 vs 1.16) to provide a bit more snap off the line and to better match the characteristics of the new motor. This is also called the intermediate ratio and is the gear after the transmission and before the driveshaft. It goes like this: Crankshaft -> clutch -> transmission (gears 1-6 + R) -> intermediate ratio gear -> driveshaft -> rear diff -> axles
	* 4% shorter ratios for 1st through 4th gears while the 5th ratio is effectively 1% shorter and 6th is effectively 2% longer, for a slightly more relaxed cruise speed. 5th gear ratio changed from 0.971 to 0.942. 6th gear ratio changed from 0.811 to 0.763.		* 4% shorter ratios for 1st through 4th gears while the 5th ratio is effectively 1% shorter and 6th is effectively 2% longer, for a slightly more relaxed cruise speed. 5th gear ratio changed from 0.971 to 0.942. 6th gear ratio changed from 0.811 to 0.763.
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	* transmission case rigidity improved		* transmission case rigidity improved

	CLUTCH		===CLUTCH===

	* Redesigned clutch and clutch case.		* Redesigned clutch and clutch case.
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	DIFFERENTIAL		===DIFFERENTIAL===
	* Redesigned differential; it has been beefed up.		* Redesigned differential; it has been beefed up.
	* By moving to an FCD material (from FC), the case rigidity was improved by 40% while the overall case strength was increased 20%.		* By moving to an FCD material (from FC), the case rigidity was improved by 40% while the overall case strength was increased 20%.
	* Gear fatigue resistance improved by 5% through a change in the shot peening method for the drive pinion gear.		* Gear fatigue resistance improved by 5% through a change in the shot peening method for the drive pinion gear.

	SUSPENSION & STEERING		===SUSPENSION & STEERING===
	* Front spring rates increased by nearly 7%		* Front spring rates increased by nearly 7%
	* Rear spring rates were softened by roughly 10%.		* Rear spring rates were softened by roughly 10%.
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	* steering ratio lowered from 13.8:1 to 14.9:1		* steering ratio lowered from 13.8:1 to 14.9:1

	CHASSIS		===CHASSIS===
	* Chassis code AP1 = MY00-MY03 chassis changed to AP2 with the re-designed bumpers and new headlights / tail lights.		* Chassis code AP1 = MY00-MY03 chassis changed to AP2 with the re-designed bumpers and new headlights / tail lights.
	* A new cross brace at the very front of the frame (positioned horizontally, in front of the radiator),		* A new cross brace at the very front of the frame (positioned horizontally, in front of the radiator),
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	* overall weight increase of 25 pounds, from 2810 to 2835 pounds		* overall weight increase of 25 pounds, from 2810 to 2835 pounds

	WHEELS & TIRES		===WHEELS & TIRES===
	* New 17" wheels, wider in front and rear (by 0.5" and 1.0" respectively), wrapped in wider tires.		* New 17" wheels, wider in front and rear (by 0.5" and 1.0" respectively), wrapped in wider tires.
	* In the front, 205/55R16s were replaced by 215/45R17 tires.		* In the front, 205/55R16s were replaced by 215/45R17 tires.
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	* The new tires feature a completely different tread pattern, intended to improve the balance in performance between dry and wet conditions.		* The new tires feature a completely different tread pattern, intended to improve the balance in performance between dry and wet conditions.

	BRAKES		===BRAKES===
	* To improve fade resistance and stopping power at and near the limit, the brake pad material has been changed from a non-metallic compound to a new metallic compound. The new pad material (Jurid632) provides greater frictional stability in high-temperature operating ranges.		* To improve fade resistance and stopping power at and near the limit, the brake pad material has been changed from a non-metallic compound to a new metallic compound. The new pad material (Jurid632) provides greater frictional stability in high-temperature operating ranges.
	* Master cylinder ratio has been changed from 6.5 to 6.0, resulting in an increased feel of rigidity and "build-up" quality (Honda's term for more stopping power in the latter stage of brake application under constant application). Honda claims less pedal travel is required than previously.		* Master cylinder ratio has been changed from 6.5 to 6.0, resulting in an increased feel of rigidity and "build-up" quality (Honda's term for more stopping power in the latter stage of brake application under constant application). Honda claims less pedal travel is required than previously.
	* The ABS system has been improved through the use of split-regulation yaw-control logic for improved stability on split-¼¼ surfaces when the ABS is triggered. Furthermore, though more powerful than before, the system (consisting of the CPU and modulator) has been downsized for both precious space and weight savings.		* The ABS system has been improved through the use of split-regulation yaw-control logic for improved stability on split-¼¼ surfaces when the ABS is triggered. Furthermore, though more powerful than before, the system (consisting of the CPU and modulator) has been downsized for both precious space and weight savings.

	EXTERIOR		===EXTERIOR===
	* new nose job, with wider air intake and new headlights above it		* new nose job, with wider air intake and new headlights above it
	* fake brake opening reshaped and moved inward		* fake brake opening reshaped and moved inward
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	* Spa Yellow dropped		* Spa Yellow dropped

	INTERIOR		===INTERIOR===
	* new combination red and black colored seats		* new combination red and black colored seats
	* more sculpted door panel inserts; shoulder room increased by 0.5"		* more sculpted door panel inserts; shoulder room increased by 0.5"
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	* restyled aluminum finish.		* restyled aluminum finish.

	FIRST COMPARISON		===FIRST COMPARISON===
	Sport Compact Car magazine did a road test of the 2004 S2000. They report the 2.2 liter made 210 hp at 8000 rpm at the rear wheels, compared to 203 hp at 8500 rpm that the old 2 liter delivered, and 146 lb-ft of torque at 6400 rpm, compared to 136 lb-ft at 6300 rpm. They go on to say, “Sure, peak power remains the name of the game here, but there's obviously more power than Honda is telling us, and the improved midrange is nice to have around town”. They also did some handling tests and reported the 04 understeered on the skid pad; it registered .89 compared to .92 for the 2 liter car. In the slalom the 04 improved by 1.2 mph to 71.0 mph. They also did some acceleration runs but fried the clutch. 50 to 70 acceleration was faster by .18 seconds, and 0 to 100 is faster by just .2 seconds.		Sport Compact Car magazine did a road test of the 2004 S2000. They report the 2.2 liter made 210 hp at 8000 rpm at the rear wheels, compared to 203 hp at 8500 rpm that the old 2 liter delivered, and 146 lb-ft of torque at 6400 rpm, compared to 136 lb-ft at 6300 rpm. They go on to say, “Sure, peak power remains the name of the game here, but there's obviously more power than Honda is telling us, and the improved midrange is nice to have around town”. They also did some handling tests and reported the 04 understeered on the skid pad; it registered .89 compared to .92 for the 2 liter car. In the slalom the 04 improved by 1.2 mph to 71.0 mph. They also did some acceleration runs but fried the clutch. 50 to 70 acceleration was faster by .18 seconds, and 0 to 100 is faster by just .2 seconds.

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			== '''Model Year 2001''' ==

	* Model year 2000 did not have a clock. Per Honda, it was intentionally left out due to the race car theme. It became standard equipment on 2001 model.		* Model year 2000 did not have a clock. Per Honda, it was intentionally left out due to the race car theme. It became standard equipment on 2001 model.
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	* Red floor mats became available.		* Red floor mats became available.

	'''Model Year 2002'''		=='''Model Year 2002'''==

	* Public pressure was strong to replace the plastic rear window design with a glass window, equipped with a defroster, which became standard for 2002 model. The window is smaller in size and the top frame was redesigned to accommodate the glass.		* Public pressure was strong to replace the plastic rear window design with a glass window, equipped with a defroster, which became standard for 2002 model. The window is smaller in size and the top frame was redesigned to accommodate the glass.
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	'''Model Year 2003'''		=='''Model Year 2003'''==

	* Only change was to offer white cars with a tan interior.		* Only change was to offer white cars with a tan interior.
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	Nothing more has been heard of this since.		Nothing more has been heard of this since.

	'''Model Year 2004 (Second ~~generation S2000 also referred to as AP2~~)'''		=='''Model Year 2004 (AP2 - Second Generation)'''==
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	ENGINE		ENGINE
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	Sport Compact Car magazine did a road test of the 2004 S2000. They report the 2.2 liter made 210 hp at 8000 rpm at the rear wheels, compared to 203 hp at 8500 rpm that the old 2 liter delivered, and 146 lb-ft of torque at 6400 rpm, compared to 136 lb-ft at 6300 rpm. They go on to say, “Sure, peak power remains the name of the game here, but there's obviously more power than Honda is telling us, and the improved midrange is nice to have around town”. They also did some handling tests and reported the 04 understeered on the skid pad; it registered .89 compared to .92 for the 2 liter car. In the slalom the 04 improved by 1.2 mph to 71.0 mph. They also did some acceleration runs but fried the clutch. 50 to 70 acceleration was faster by .18 seconds, and 0 to 100 is faster by just .2 seconds.		Sport Compact Car magazine did a road test of the 2004 S2000. They report the 2.2 liter made 210 hp at 8000 rpm at the rear wheels, compared to 203 hp at 8500 rpm that the old 2 liter delivered, and 146 lb-ft of torque at 6400 rpm, compared to 136 lb-ft at 6300 rpm. They go on to say, “Sure, peak power remains the name of the game here, but there's obviously more power than Honda is telling us, and the improved midrange is nice to have around town”. They also did some handling tests and reported the 04 understeered on the skid pad; it registered .89 compared to .92 for the 2 liter car. In the slalom the 04 improved by 1.2 mph to 71.0 mph. They also did some acceleration runs but fried the clutch. 50 to 70 acceleration was faster by .18 seconds, and 0 to 100 is faster by just .2 seconds.

	'''Model Year 2005'''		=='''Model Year 2005'''==

	Per 9/1/04 Honda press release “There are no changes to the 2005 Honda S2000.”		Per 9/1/04 Honda press release “There are no changes to the 2005 Honda S2000.”
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	* On 2/15/05 the MSRP went from $32,950 to $33,150. Shipping is another $515.		* On 2/15/05 the MSRP went from $32,950 to $33,150. Shipping is another $515.

	'''Model Year 2006'''		=='''Model Year 2006'''==

	The 39th Tokyo Motor Show, held from October 22 to November 6, 2005, at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan, had dozens of cars and motorcycles on display, but it is the new S2000, equipped with even more advanced features than ever before, that shared the Motor Sports Zone stage with a rare close-up look at Honda’s F1 and IndyCar Series racers.		The 39th Tokyo Motor Show, held from October 22 to November 6, 2005, at Makuhari Messe in Chiba, Japan, had dozens of cars and motorcycles on display, but it is the new S2000, equipped with even more advanced features than ever before, that shared the Motor Sports Zone stage with a rare close-up look at Honda’s F1 and IndyCar Series racers.
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	The Society of Automotive Engineers has standardized a horsepower measuring system, requiring several automakers to take a critical look at their more subjective output assertions. Toyota and Honda, in particular, have had to downgrade the horsepower ratings of some of their vehicles from the 2005 to 2006 model years as a result of this new system. Even though it features the same 3.0-liter V6 engine, the Toyota Camry has seen its output rating reduced in one model year from 210 to 190 horsepower. As the Detroit News notes, though, the new SAE horsepower standards have worked in favor of some companies — such as GM, which was able to boost the horsepower rating of the Northstar V8 in the Cadillac STS-V from 440 to 469 horsepower. All automakers are expected to eventually comply with these ratings, and American manufacturers, such as Ford and DaimlerChrysler, already have plans to incorporate the SAE standards into tests of vehicles scheduled to receive new powertrains. What this means to you: More accurate horsepower ratings mean more accurate comparisons between cars from all part of the world. The new rating is done with the accessories at load. Honda probably knew this in MY2004 and just under-rated the 2004 so it would not go down by much in 2006. That said, the S2000 loses less under the new rating compared to some other Hondas as it has a smaller AC compressor, has EPS, and a smaller alternator than most other Hondas to draw on the engine under load.		The Society of Automotive Engineers has standardized a horsepower measuring system, requiring several automakers to take a critical look at their more subjective output assertions. Toyota and Honda, in particular, have had to downgrade the horsepower ratings of some of their vehicles from the 2005 to 2006 model years as a result of this new system. Even though it features the same 3.0-liter V6 engine, the Toyota Camry has seen its output rating reduced in one model year from 210 to 190 horsepower. As the Detroit News notes, though, the new SAE horsepower standards have worked in favor of some companies — such as GM, which was able to boost the horsepower rating of the Northstar V8 in the Cadillac STS-V from 440 to 469 horsepower. All automakers are expected to eventually comply with these ratings, and American manufacturers, such as Ford and DaimlerChrysler, already have plans to incorporate the SAE standards into tests of vehicles scheduled to receive new powertrains. What this means to you: More accurate horsepower ratings mean more accurate comparisons between cars from all part of the world. The new rating is done with the accessories at load. Honda probably knew this in MY2004 and just under-rated the 2004 so it would not go down by much in 2006. That said, the S2000 loses less under the new rating compared to some other Hondas as it has a smaller AC compressor, has EPS, and a smaller alternator than most other Hondas to draw on the engine under load.

	'''Model Year 2007'''		=='''Model Year 2007'''==

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	To improve torque output, Honda engineers stroked the all-aluminum four-cylinder 6.7mm to deliver another 160cc of displacement and a slightly undersquare configuration. By Honda's measurement, there's still 240 hp at your command, only it arrives at 7800 rpm, some 500 rpm lower than previously delivered. This is because the increase in piston speed from the long-stroke layout would stress the internals to the breaking point at a higher rpm. It's one of those physics things.		To improve torque output, Honda engineers stroked the all-aluminum four-cylinder 6.7mm to deliver another 160cc of displacement and a slightly undersquare configuration. By Honda's measurement, there's still 240 hp at your command, only it arrives at 7800 rpm, some 500 rpm lower than previously delivered. This is because the increase in piston speed from the long-stroke layout would stress the internals to the breaking point at a higher rpm. It's one of those physics things.
	* Redline dropped from 9000 RPMs to 8000 RPMs.		* Redline dropped from 9000 RPMs to 8000 RPMs.