2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 265 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.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | S-MX | Lancer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |