2002 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2002 Jeep Liberty and 2002 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 930 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2002 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Jeep | Smart |
| Model | Liberty | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1820 mm |
