2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2007 Toyota RAV4, 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
