2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 2 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 232 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |