1996 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 425 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX. 2013 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Venza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2775 mm |