2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 798 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 40 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForTwo | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Smart | Smart |
| Model | ForTwo | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 798 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 22 L |
