2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Xedos 6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForTwo | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Smart | Xedos |
| Model | ForTwo | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2620 mm |
