2004 Audi A2 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 2 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A2. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A2 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A2 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1190 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 | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |