2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 615 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Smart ForTwo 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 2001 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForTwo | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 798 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |
