2001 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 2 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | X5 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |