2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2005 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 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Opel | Smart |
| Model | Vectra | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 22 L |
