2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 690 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Smart | Chevrolet |
| Model | ForFour | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
