2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 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 Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Smart ForTwo. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Corvette | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 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 Length | 4570 mm | 2730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 52 L |