2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 74 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 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S-MX | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2675 mm |
