1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2007 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 11 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-290 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 | 2007 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | S-MX | I-290 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
