1999 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 256 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3240 mm |
