2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX. 1996 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1996 |
| 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 | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
