2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Camaro and 2001 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 438 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2001 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Camaro | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
