2011 Infiniti M vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 13 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti M. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Infiniti | Honda |
| Model | M | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2510 mm |
