2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 1998 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | X-Trail | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1332 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
