2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus 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 9 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus 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 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | S-MX | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
