2002 Audi A8 vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Smart Fortwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Audi A8 (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | A8 | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |
