2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |