2003 Rover 75 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover 75 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Rover | Smart |
Model | 75 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |