2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | Hardbody |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1320 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |