1997 Honda S-MX vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 8 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 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 | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S-MX | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
