2001 Smart ForFour vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 770 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForFour | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Smart | Dodge |
| Model | ForFour | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1693 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
