2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2002 Kia Pregio
To start off, both 2002 Honda S-MX and 2002 Kia Pregio were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Pregio weights approximately 370 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 2002 Kia Pregio. 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) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 2002 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S-MX | Pregio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
