2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 719 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 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Smart ForFour | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForFour | Hilux |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |