2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 116 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 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | Frontier |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |