2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1101 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | Sprinter | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | 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 | 188 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2433 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5906 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2024 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2446 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3665 mm | 2510 mm |
