2001 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 607 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Impala | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Impala | ForFour |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |