2003 Porsche GT2 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2003 Porsche GT2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche GT2 weights approximately 626 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.
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 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Porsche GT2 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Porsche | Smart |
Model | GT2 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 456 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1820 mm |