2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda S-MX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Pathfinder | S-MX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |