2003 Chrysler Airflite vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Airflite is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Airflite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Airflite should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Airflite weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Airflite (341 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Airflite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Airflite | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Airflite | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
