2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 200 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 2009 Nissan NP300. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | NP300 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |