2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 310 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.
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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX. 2012 Audi A4 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. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | S-MX | A4 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
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 | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2809 mm |