1996 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Accord | ForFour |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |