2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2004 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, both 2004 Smart ForTwo and 2004 Chrysler Voyager were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1097 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, 2004 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 2004 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Smart ForTwo | 2004 Chrysler Voyager | |
Make | Smart | Chrysler |
Model | ForTwo | Voyager |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 75 L |