2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 4 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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Smart | Smart |
Model | ForTwo | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 33 L |