2004 Smart ForFour vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 821 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.
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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForFour | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Smart | Volvo |
| Model | ForFour | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2774 mm |
