1997 Honda S-MX vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-MX | Touran |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
