1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2000 Audi TT
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 52 kg more than 2000 Audi TT.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 2000 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 2000 Audi TT | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | S-MX | TT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
