2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 112 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.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S-MX | Sentra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |