2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 909 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 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Smart | Jaguar |
| Model | ForFour | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3032 mm |
