2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1998 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Serena. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Serena weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Serena. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 1998 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | Serena |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |