2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 360 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Smart ForTwo | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForTwo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |