2004 AC Aceca vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 770 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2004 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2004 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 AC Aceca | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | AC | Smart |
Model | Aceca | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 33 L |