2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,973 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 56 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S-MX | Polo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |