2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForTwo | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 80 L |
