2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 610 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S-MX | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2946 mm |
