2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2009 Kia Carens
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 189 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.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Carens. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2009 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | S-MX | Carens |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |