2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 10 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 430 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, 2011 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 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 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | S-MX | A5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
