2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Proton Savvy
To start off, 2010 Proton Savvy 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Proton Savvy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2010 Proton Savvy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Proton Savvy weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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, 2004 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Proton Savvy. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Proton Savvy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2010 Proton Savvy | |
| Make | Smart | Proton |
| Model | ForFour | Savvy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
