2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
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 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Venture. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 1999 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Venture |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |