2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Silverado and 2004 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1610 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | Silverado | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 33 L |