2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | S-MX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2506 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |