2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2510 mm |
