1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, both vehicles can yield 136 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | HR-V | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |
