2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 3 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1654 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Avalanche | S-MX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |