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 |
