2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 424 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.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX. 1998 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | CTS | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
