2002 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 279 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, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForFour | 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Smart | Chevrolet |
| Model | ForFour | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
