2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 235 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda S-MX | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S-MX | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |