2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 418 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2011 Volkswagen CC 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. 2011 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-MX | CC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
