2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 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) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-MX | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
