2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 301 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForTwo | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 45 L |
