2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 310 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, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Smart ForFour | 2005 Vauxhall Meriva | |
Make | Smart | Vauxhall |
Model | ForFour | Meriva |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |