1999 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
