2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 195 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, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForTwo | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 50 L |