2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
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 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Astro | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Astro | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
