2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 29 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 3. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | S-MX | 3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
