2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Combo. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | S-MX | Combo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
