2007 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX. 1997 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Golf | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
Model | Golf | S-MX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |