2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX 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 45 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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 2003 Rover City. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | S-MX | City |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |