2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 1 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (148 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 250 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | Roadster | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
