2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1455 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 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2010 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | Patrol |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3075 mm |