2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 64 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | S-MX | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |
