2001 Honda Life vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Smart ForTwo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Smart ForTwo (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Life | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Life | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1870 mm |
