2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 11 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz. 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 2012 Chevrolet Matiz. 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz. (91 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2012 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S-MX | Matiz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
