1999 Honda S-MX vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,099 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 120 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 2001 Jaguar X-Type. 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, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | S-MX | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
