2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 173 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
