2004 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 3 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 1,190 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. 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, 2004 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Audi | Smart |
| Model | A2 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
