2002 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1513 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2012 Dodge Durango 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. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Smart | Dodge |
Model | ForTwo | Durango |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 93 L |