2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 832 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 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Smart | Volvo |
| Model | ForTwo | V70 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
