2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 410 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (316 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForFour | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForFour | Sharan |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |