2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 340 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 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | S-MX | Sharan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |