2002 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 572 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rover 75 | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Rover | Smart |
Model | 75 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 33 L |