2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 12 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 625 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.
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, 2012 Brilliance BS6, 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, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Smart | Brilliance |
| Model | ForTwo | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2800 mm |
