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Changes between 2004-5 & 2006-7
NOTE: I am building this list to highlight the changes between 2004-5 and 2006-7 S2000s as we don't have a single thread that highlights the details in one place. Feel free to add/correct so we can get a definitive thread up!
This is a continuation of the other yearly changes threads. Changes from MY00, 01, 02, 03 - https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=599836 Changes from MY03 to 04-05 - https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=483593 Changes from MY06-07 to 08 - https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=525439 Also, Technical changes for MY06 - https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=340163 ----- The biggest news for 2006 includes drive by wire, vehicle stability assist, and a new color - Laguna Blue Pearl. MSRPs S2000 - $34,050 For the 2006 model year, all Honda horsepower and torque specifications have been updated to reflect revised Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) J1349 (Rev 8/04) net calculations that went into affect in January of 2005. HP is now rated at 237 horsepower at 7,800 rpm and 162 lb-ft. of torque at 6,800 rpm. The 2006 S2000: Engine: - No changes per se - various mechanical changes were made to the car however and are addressed here - https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=340163 Drivetrain & Exhaust: - Drive by wire throttle control system (works with the VSA) - Vehicle stability assist - Brake Assist - Braking pressure is maintained momentarily after the driver's initial braking action to help the driver stop promptly. It deactivates when the driver releases pressure on the brake pedal Suspension & chassis: - No changes Wheels & Tires: - 17-inch aluminum alloy, ten spoke symmetrical radial design Interior: - Revised seat design - seats no longer have back pockets. headrests are closed, shape ane leather materials are different - Standard headrest speakers - Small map shelf added under passenger side dash - IP now has an outside temperature gauge - Center console cover is now black, VSA button located where hazard lights used to be - SRS passenger airbag is now switched on and off based on passenger weight - The previous Maintenance Req'd light has been replaced with a new system. Oil life is calculated based on RPM's and operation conditions to determine oil change intervals Exterior: - Daytime running lights now standard Colors: Laguna blue over black - new color in 2006 https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.ph...age&img=470313 Berlina Black over black https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.ph...age&img=470311 New Formula Red over black https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.ph...age&img=470314 Sebring Silver Metallic over black OR red over black https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.ph...age&img=470315 Silverstone Silver Metallic over black OR red over black https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.ph...age&img=470316 Grand Prix White over black https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.ph...age&img=470317 Suzuka Blue Metallic over black https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.s2k...89e824ead2.jpg Rio Yellow Pearl over black https://www.s2ki.com/forums/index.ph...age&img=470318 Other Stuff: - Weight increases from 2835 to 2855 lbs - Maintenance minder system - Power train warranty extended to 5 years/60,000 miles - CARB emissions rating is now LEV-2 - Revised HID has new "soft" fresnel lens, so light cut-off is not as sharp |
Honda Press Releases:
Honda S2000 Adds Performance and Refinement for 2006 - http://www.hondanews.com/categories/903/re...51?archive=2006 2006 Honda S2000 Summary - http://www.hondanews.com/categories/903/re...50?archive=2006 |
Standard Reviews:
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In 2006 Honda released the S2000 RJ special edition
- F-1 inspired, called the Honda S2000 RJ - No changes to the performance of the car, just a visual changes - Pearl White Premium exterior and a red and balck interior - Has the signatures of Honda’s F-1 drivers Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button - Only 50 produced and sold only in Italy, France and Spain https://www.s2ki.com/s2000/uploads/g...5714_75931.jpg |
2005 Technical specs
http://www.hondanews.com/categories/902/re...48?archive=2006 ENGINE Type 16-Valve DOHC VTEC Inline-4 (F22C1) Bore & Stroke (mm/in.) 87.0 x 90.7/3.43 x 3.57 Displacement (cc/cu. in.) 2157/131.6 Horsepower (SAE net @rpm) 240@7800 Torque (lb.-ft.@rpm) 162@6500 Block Material Aluminum Alloy w/Fiber-Reinforced (FRM) Cylinder Walls Cylinder-Head Material Aluminum Alloy Valve Train 16-Valve DOHC VTEC Lightweight, MIM (Metal-Injection Molded), Sintered-Steel Rocker Arms, Low-Fricition Roller-Bearing Cam Followers, Compact, 2-Stage Cam-Drive with Silent Chain, Scissors Gears and Fully Automatic Tensioner Fuel Induction System Multi-Point Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) Ignition System Electronic Emission Control Low Back Pressure, Metal-Honeycomb Catalytic Converter Electric-Motor-Drive, Multi-Port Secondary Air-Asist Injection System Recommended Fuel Premium Unleaded Compression Ratio 11.1:1 . POWERTRAIN Drive System Type Front Engine/Rear-Wheel Drive Manual Transmission 6-Speed w/Torque-Sensing Limited-Slip Differential Transmissions Gear Ratios: Primary Gear Reduction 1.208 1st gear 3.133 2nd gear 2.045 3rd gear 1.481 4th gear 1.161 5th gear 0.942 6th gear 0.763 Reverse: 2.800 Final Drive Ratio 4.100 . CHASSIS Type: High X-Bone Monocoque Frame Front Suspension Independent In-Wheel Double Wishbone & Coil Springs Rear Suspension Independent In-Wheel Double Wishbone & Coil Springs w/ Stabilizer Bar (27.2 mm) Shock Absorbers Gas- Pressurized Mono-Tube w/ External Resevoir Steering Type Electric Power Rack-and-Pinion Steering Wheel Turns (lock-to-lock) 2.6 Steering Ratio 14.9 Turning Diameter (ft., at wheel center) 35.4 Wheels Front 17" x 7.0" Aluminum Alloy Rear 17" x 8.5" Aluminum Alloy Tires Front Bridgestone RE 050 P215/ 45 R17 Rear Bridgestone RE 050 P245/ 40 R17 Ventilated Front Disc Brakes (diameter) 11.8 in. Rear Disc Brakes (diameter) 11.1 in. Stabilizer Bar (front) 26.5 mm. Stabilizer Bar (rear) 25.4 mm. Parking Brake Rear Mechanical . CAPACITIES Oil, Engine & Filter (liters/qt.) 5.6 Transmission (qt./liter) 1.56 / 1.48 Cooling System (liters/qt.) 7.6 Fuel Tank (gal. / liter) 13.2 / 50 . FUEL ECONOMY EPA Mileage, City / Highway (mpg) TBA . EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS Vehicle Type Front-Engine, Rear-Wheel-Drive, 2-Passenger, 2-Door Roadster Wheelbase (in.) 94.5 Track, Front (in.) 57.9 Track, Rear (in.) 59.4 Length (in.) 162.2 Width (in.) 68.9 Height (in.) 50.0 Minimum Ground Clearance Non-Load (in.) 5.1 Full-Load (in.) 4.2 Curb Weight (lbs.) 2835 Weight Distribution (%, Front / Rear) 49 / 51 Power to Weight Ratio 5.4:1 . INTERIOR & TRUNK DIMENSIONS Headroom (in.) 34.6 Legroom (in.) 44.3 Hiproom (in.) 49.8 Shoulder Room (in.) 50.7 EPA Passenger Volume (cu. ft.) 45.1 EPA Cargo Volume (cu. ft.) 5.00 |
2005 Features
ENGINEERING FEATURES 2006 Honda S2000 2.2 Liter, 237-hp, 16-Valve DOHC VTEC Engine x Drive-By-Wire Throttle x Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) x Torque-Sensing Limited-Slip Differential x Aluminum-Alloy Cylinder Head and Block w/ Fiber-Reinforced (FRM) Cylinder Walls x Multi-Point Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) x Forged Aluminum Pistons x Electronic Ignition x 6-Speed Manual Transmission x Electric Power Rack-and-Pinion Steering x Power-Assisted 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/ ABS x Low Back-Pressure Exhaust System x Low-Emission Vehicle (LEV-2) Rating x EXTERIOR FEATURES 2006 Honda S2000 Electrically Powered Soft Top x High-Intensity Discharge (HID) Headlights x Daytime Running Lights x Lightweight Aluminum Alloy Wheels x Dual-Outlet Exhaust with Chrome Exhaust Tips x Impact-Absorbing Body-Colored Bumpers x Dual Power Side Mirrors x Rear Glass Window w/Defroster x Body-Colored Hardtop x Trunk Spoiler x INTERIOR FEATURES 2006 Honda S2000 Dual Airbags (SRS) x Air Conditioning with Micron Air-Filtration System x AM / FM Stereo with CD Player x XM Satellite Radio x Headrest Speakers x Power Windows x Cruise Control x Digital Instrument Panel x Outside Temperature Gauge x Maintenance Minder System x Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel x Leather-Trimmed Seats x Center Console Storage Compartments w/ Lock x Beverage Holders (2) x 3-Point Seat Belts with Pretensioners x Remote-Operated Audio Controls x Engine Start Button x 12-Volt Power Outlet x Immobilizer Theft-Deterrent System x Keyless Entry System with Remote Trunk Release x Aluminum Shift Knob with Leather x Aluminum Pedals x Aluminum Foot Rest x EXTERIOR COLORS / INTERIOR COLORS 2006 Honda S2000 Laguna Blue Pearl/Black x Suzuka Blue Metallic/Blue x Grand Prix White/Tan x New Formula Red/Black x Sebring Silver Metallic/Black or Red and Black x Silverstone Metallic/Black or Red and Black x Berlina Black/Black x Rio Yellow Pearl/Black x |
Saki, great summary. Adding to the Intro FAQ thread links...
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Hi,
I am a prospective buyer of a new s2000 in Spain, Europe. I have not been able to find if the 2007 S2000 model has a OPDS built in. This is the sensor to deactivate passenger AIRBAG automatically. You say "- SRS passenger airbag is now switched on and off based on passenger weight" I have a kid of 5 and want to be sure I have a system to deactivate it but could not find this information for this EU model. Could you help? Thank you wen |
I would ask the UK & Spain forum folks about this, as these threads are pretty North America-centric, but I do believe the 2006+ S200s have an auto cutoff for passenger airbags based on weight. If not, there are people here who have had them installed in their S2000s.
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