1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 178 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S-MX | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S-MX | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
