2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 5 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1226 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-MX | GL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3080 mm |
