With some excellent value-for-money models in the market, the 110cc scooter segment is extremely competitive. Honda Activa H-Smart and Hero Maestro Xoom are the newest entrants in this category. The former is essentially a top-of-the-line variant of the Activa 6G. Here’s a detailed comparison of these scooters so you can make an informed decision before you spend your hard-earned money.
Let’s start with the specifications: –
| Honda Activa H-Smart | Hero Maestro Xoom | |
| Engine Displacement | 109.51cc | 110.9cc |
| Cooling System | Air cooled | Air cooled |
| Max Power | 7.8 PS at 8000 rpm | 8.05 PS at 7250 rpm |
| Max Torque | 8.9 Nm at 5500 rpm | 8.70 Nm at 5750 rpm |
| Gearbox | CVT | CVT |
| Fuel Tank | 5.3 litres | 5.2 litres |
The Hero Maestro Xoom is slightly more powerful than Activa and interestingly its peak power kicks in much earlier than its rival, making it slightly better suited for city use.
Dimensions and Underpinnings
| Honda Activa H-Smart | Hero Maestro Xoom | |
| L x B x H | 1833 x 697 x 1156 mm | 1881 x 731 x 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 162 mm | 155 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 105 kg | Up to 109kg |
| Frame | Underbone type | Underbone type |
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | 3-step pre-load adjustable hydraulic shocks | Unit Swing with Spring Loaded Hydraulic Damper |
| Front brakes | Drum | Drum / Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum | Drum |
| Wheel type | Alloys | Alloys |
| Tyre size | 90/90-12 (front), 90/100-10 (rear) | 90/90-12 (front)90/90-12 OR 100/80 – 12 (rear) |
- The Hero Maestro Xoom is bigger in size and has a stouter rear tyre that should provide more stability at higher speeds. On the contrary, the Honda Activa should be easier to manoeuvre in city traffic thanks to its short wheelbase and low curb weight.
- Although the Maestro Xoom shares its underpinnings with Maestro Edge, its suspension setup claims to be more sporty in nature.
- On the anchoring department, the Maestro Xoom’s front disc brake which is only available with the ZX variant, gives it an edge over the Activa H-Smart.
Features
| Common | LED headlamps Alloy wheels |
| What Activa H-Smart offers over Maestro Xoom? | Analogue instrument clusterKeyless accessKeyless engine start/stopKeyless seat lock/unlockFind my vehicle/answer back functionIntegrated starter generator for silent start All-in-one lock Onboard immobiliser |
| What Maestro Xoom offers over Activa H-SMart? | Idle start/stop system Front disc brakeCornering lamps (segment’s first)Boot lampUSB mobile chargerAll-digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivityCall/SMS alert |
When it comes to features, both scooters have something that is first in their segment. Having said that, the Honda Activa H-Smart comes with an electronic key fob that enables keyless operations, whereas the Maestro Xoom comes with gyroscope-based cornering lights that detect the lean angle and turn on the supplement lighting to the side of the road that the rider is turning towards. Furthermore, the Maestro Xoom has a variety of other useful features as well that will make your commuting easier. The only thing that might disappoint you is the absence of navigation assistance.
Price and Verdict
| Honda Activa H-Smart | Hero Maestro Xoom | |
| Ex-Showroom Price | Rs 80,537 | LX: Rs 68,599VX: Rs 71,799 ZX: Rs 76,699 |
The Hero Maestro Xoom offers a well-rounded package at a good price, making it a better choice from the Activa H-Smart, at least on paper.
