2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX 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 67 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 496 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 2003 Subaru R2. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S-MX | R2 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
