2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus 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 999 cc, 2007 Smart Brabus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Smart Brabus (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Smart Brabus should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Smart Brabus (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Smart Brabus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart Brabus 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. 2007 Smart Brabus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
Make | Smart | Smart |
Model | ForTwo | Brabus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 999 cc |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2510 mm |