2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2005 Honda Civic

To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 41 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda S-MX 2005 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model S-MX Civic
Year Released 2000 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 130 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2680 mm


 

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