2002 Audi S3 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Audi S3 is newer by 1 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, 2002 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S3 weights approximately 93 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi S3 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S3 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |