2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X3 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 535 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.
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 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX. 2013 BMW X3 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. 2013 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | S-MX | X3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
