2012 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 14 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 781 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 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Traverse | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2113 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
