2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 7 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2007 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Smart | Proton |
| Model | ForTwo | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2610 mm |
