2006 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Voyager. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2006 Chrysler Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Voyager | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Voyager | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
