2009 BMW 116 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 116 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 116 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |