2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 7 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia K2700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 200 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 2007 Kia K2700. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S-MX | K2700 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
