2000 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Vectra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Vectra | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Opel | Smart |
Model | Vectra | ForFour |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |