1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 3 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 247 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S-MX | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
