2002 Audi RS4 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS4 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS4 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | RS4 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 22 L |
