2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 9 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 2009 Mazda 3. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S-MX | 3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
