2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 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 1,000 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Smart ForTwo (83 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2009 Smart ForTwo (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Smart ForTwo | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Smart | Smart |
Model | ForTwo | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 798 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 33 L |