2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 106 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-MX | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
