1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Suburban | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 1820 mm |