2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1998 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Land Rover | Honda |
Model | Range Rover | S-MX |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 441 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2442 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |