1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (162 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 317 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.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1649 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3250 mm |