2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2001 Honda S-MX and 2001 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 54 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S-MX | Jimny |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |