2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Tahoe | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1870 mm |