2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 762 kg more than 2001 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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForTwo. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2001 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2001 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Corvette | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 22 L |
