2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 885 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Smart | Chevrolet |
| Model | ForTwo | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 72 L |
