2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 13 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), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. 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 2013 Audi A5. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
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2000 Honda S-MX | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | S-MX | A5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
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 | 208 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |