2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | Frontier |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |