2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 519 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 2012 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2012 Jeep Liberty 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. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S-MX | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2695 mm |
