2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 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), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 623 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 2013 Cadillac CTS 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | S-MX | CTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
