2003 Porsche 996 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche 996 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Porsche | Smart |
Model | 996 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3594 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1820 mm |