2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX.
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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2008 Toyota Highlander 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. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Highlander |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |