2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2004 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 406 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 406. (106 HP @ 1750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 169 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 2004 Peugeot 406. 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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 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 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | S-MX | 406 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |