1995 Saturn SL vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SL (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1995 Saturn SL (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Saturn SL | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Saturn | Smart |
| Model | SL | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
