1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Noble M12.
Because 2002 Noble M12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 2002 Noble M12 | |
Make | Honda | Noble |
Model | S-MX | M12 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |