2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1498 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2010 GMC Sierra 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. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Smart | GMC |
| Model | ForTwo | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3645 mm |
