2004 Honda Logo vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Logo would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Logo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.

Because 2011 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 2011 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Logo, 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 Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda Logo 2011 Smart ForTwo
Make Honda Smart
Model Logo ForTwo
Year Released 2004 2011
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1343 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 64 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 92 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 2695 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1542 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 1867 mm


 

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