2001 Smart ForFour vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 11 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 905 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 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForFour | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Smart | BMW |
Model | ForFour | X3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 67 L |