2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 7 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1332 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 2011 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForFour | T5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
