1997 Honda S-MX vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX.
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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda S-MX | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S-MX | B2500 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2990 mm |