2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 276 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.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S-MX | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
