2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 3 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 14 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. 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 2004 Mini Cooper. 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) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Honda | Mini |
| Model | S-MX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
