2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | S-MX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |