2001 Smart ForFour vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 345 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 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForFour | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Smart | Porsche |
Model | ForFour | Boxter |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2475 mm |