2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 10 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 32 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S-MX | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1404 mm |