2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 585 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S-MX | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
