2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Odyssey would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1190 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Because 2013 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 2013 Smart Fortwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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 Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Odyssey | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 1867 mm |
