2000 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 743 kg more than 1998 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, 2000 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford F-150 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | F-150 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |