2001 Audi TT vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Audi TT.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2001 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
