2011 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1102 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Express | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2432 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2510 mm |
