1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 15 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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 56 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (169 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic 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. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Honda S-MX | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
Model | S-MX | Sonic |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1276 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |