2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2006 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC90 is newer by 6 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1365 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 2006 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2006 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Smart | Volvo |
| Model | ForTwo | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 70 L |
