2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 639 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForFour | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForFour | Corolla |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 8.8 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 | 966 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |