2002 Honda S-MX vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 102 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, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S-MX | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | S-MX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
