1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Metro would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 35 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Metro | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
