2006 Ford Territory vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory 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 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX. 2006 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Territory | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1973 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
