2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 376 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 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX. 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | S-MX | Venza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |