1999 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 13 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX.
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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX. 2012 Audi Q3 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. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | S-MX | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
