2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2001 Honda Passport
To start off, 2001 Honda Passport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2000 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 2000 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport, 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, 2001 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2001 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2001 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Smart | Honda |
| Model | ForTwo | Passport |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2710 mm |
