2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 4 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 670 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 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S-MX | Grandis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
