2001 Lexus RX vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2001 Lexus RX and 2001 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus RX weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lexus RX 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, 2001 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 2001 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2001 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2001 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus RX | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Lexus | Smart |
| Model | RX | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1820 mm |
