2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, both 2004 Smart ForFour and 2004 Tata E were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata E should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata E weights approximately 400 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.
Because 2004 Tata E 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 2004 Tata E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour, 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 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Smart ForFour | 2004 Tata E | |
Make | Smart | Tata |
Model | ForFour | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |