1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 17 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 596 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda S-MX | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | S-MX | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
