2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Civic | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |
