2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 9 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 630 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.
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, 2009 BMW 130 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2009 BMW 130 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. 2009 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | Smart | BMW |
Model | ForTwo | 130 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |