2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier and 2004 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 222 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour. 2004 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Cavalier | ForFour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |