2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 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 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 791 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, 2005 Volvo V70, 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, 2005 Volvo V70 (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Smart | Volvo |
| Model | ForTwo | V70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
