2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Corvette and 2002 Honda S-MX were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (406 HP) has 277 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 313 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1643 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
