2000 Audi TT vs. 2004 Smart ForFour

To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi TT 2004 Smart ForFour
Make Audi Smart
Model TT ForFour
Year Released 2000 2004
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1332 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 209 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 970 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 47 L


 

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