2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 305 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 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForTwo | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForTwo | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 100 L |