1999 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Lexus LX
To start off, 2011 Lexus LX is newer by 12 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LX weights approximately 1389 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.
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, 2011 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX. 2011 Lexus LX 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. 2011 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 2011 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | S-MX | LX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
