2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForFour weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 Volkswagen Pickup (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForFour | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForFour | Pickup |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |