2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2001 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2001 Nissan Almera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Almera weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda S-MX | 2001 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | Almera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |