2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Terios 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 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 565 kg more than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Terios. 2011 Daihatsu Terios has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2002 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 2011 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Honda | Daihatsu |
Model | S-MX | Terios |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |