2000 Smart ForTwo vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 530 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Smart ForTwo | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Smart | Porsche |
Model | ForTwo | Cayman |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2415 mm |