2011 Dodge Nitro vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 502 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Nitro | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Nitro | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2510 mm |
