2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 841 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, 2007 Volvo V70, 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 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Smart | Volvo |
Model | ForTwo | V70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.1 seconds | 11.9 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 | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |