2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1700 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2001 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2001 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Land Rover | Smart |
Model | Range Rover | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 22 L |