2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Familia | S-MX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |