2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 865 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.
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, 2010 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 2010 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2001 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2001 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Smart | Lexus |
| Model | ForTwo | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 798 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 71 L |
