2002 Lada 119 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 119. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 119 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada 119 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 119 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lada 119 (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lada 119 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 119 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Lada | Smart |
| Model | 119 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
