2004 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 902 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Lexus SC (441 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus SC | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Lexus | Smart |
Model | SC | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4277 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 92 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 33 L |