2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Voyager and 2001 Honda S-MX were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Chrysler Voyager (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2001 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Voyager | S-MX |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |