2007 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1998 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Phaeton | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
