2000 Acura EL vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Acura EL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 253 kg more than 2000 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL. 1998 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2000 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura EL | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | EL | S-MX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2510 mm |