1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX. 2002 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
