2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Jazz | S-MX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |