2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 735 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 Jaguar XJ220 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 Jaguar XJ220. 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 Jaguar XJ220 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | XJ220 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
