2004 Smart ForFour vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour. 1999 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Smart | Holden |
| Model | ForFour | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
