2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 795 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForTwo | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 60 L |
