2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 757 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForTwo | Touran |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |