2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3240 mm |