2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 275 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 Rogue | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | Rogue |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |