1998 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 540 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 2013 Volvo X670. 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 2013 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Honda S-MX | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | S-MX | X670 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2815 mm |