2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 9 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 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 2010 Mazda 3. 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 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 | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | S-MX | 3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |