2001 Smart ForFour vs. 2005 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 4 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 696 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 30 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 2005 TVR Speed 12 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 2005 TVR Speed 12. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForFour | 2005 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Smart | TVR |
Model | ForFour | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 57 L |