2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Toyota RunX.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota RunX. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | S-MX | RunX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
