2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2006 Lexus LX
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX is newer by 5 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 217 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2006 Lexus LX 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. 2006 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2006 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | S-MX | LX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
