2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 7 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 365 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S-MX | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |