2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 8 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 1420 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 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour. 2010 BMW X6 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. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForFour | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Smart | BMW |
| Model | ForFour | X6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
