2010 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 11 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1999 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-7 | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | CX-7 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2510 mm |
