1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 13 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 114 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, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S-MX | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |