2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1997 Venturi 400
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 178 kg more than 1997 Venturi 400.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Venturi 400. 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 1997 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Venturi |
| Model | S-MX | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
