2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 949 kg more than 1996 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Sequoia | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 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 | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
