1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 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 55 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 317 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda S-MX | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Yaris |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |