2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 685 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX. 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | S-MX | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
