2002 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2002 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 590 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 Wrangler 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 Wrangler 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 Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Jeep | Smart |
| Model | Wrangler | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 22 L |
