2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 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 40 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 364 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | S-MX | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |