2001 BMW X5 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 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2002 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 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 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | X5 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
