2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 570 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Smart ForTwo | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Smart | BMW |
Model | ForTwo | 118 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 51 L |