2009 BMW 335 vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 335 | S-MX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |