2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda S-MX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Silverado | S-MX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2510 mm |