2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2001 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Smart | Honda |
| Model | ForTwo | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2510 mm |
