1999 Honda S-MX vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 575 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (382 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S-MX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
