1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2002 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 4 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 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 294 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 2002 Honda Avancier 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. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 2002 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | S-MX | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2253 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 | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
