2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2005 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Corsa 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 73 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 2005 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | S-MX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
