2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, both 2001 Honda S-MX and 2001 Vauxhall Omega were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 265 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 2001 Vauxhall Omega. 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 Vauxhall Omega (281 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega 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 2001 Vauxhall Omega
Make Honda Vauxhall
Model S-MX Omega
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 2172 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 281 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2740 mm


 

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