2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | S-MX | Cayman |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |