2000 Smart ForFour vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2008 Opel Insignia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Insignia (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2000 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. 2008 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForFour | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Smart | Opel |
| Model | ForFour | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1498 mm |
