2001 Volkswagen Sharan vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 850 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Smart |
| Model | Sharan | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
