2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 376 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.
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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | S-MX | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2423 mm |
