2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 456 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda S-MX | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | Frontier |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 274 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3340 mm |