1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Honda S-MX were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 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 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 1999 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 1999 Honda S-MX. 1999 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1999 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1972 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 |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| 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 |
