2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 13 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DART is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DART weights approximately 624 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, 2013 Dodge DART, 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, 2013 Dodge DART (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DART will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Smart ForTwo | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Smart | Dodge |
| Model | ForTwo | DART |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 60 L |
