2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
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 Volvo V70, 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 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Volvo V70 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. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Smart ForTwo | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Smart | Volvo |
Model | ForTwo | V70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |