2000 Honda HR-V vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda HR-V | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | HR-V | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 33 L |
