2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 4 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 704 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.
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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForFour | 2006 Honda Legend | |
Make | Smart | Honda |
Model | ForFour | Legend |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |