2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 434 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | S-MX | Elise |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
