2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 41 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 2010 Hyundai i30. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | S-MX | i30 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |