2004 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 895 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Smart | Chevrolet |
| Model | ForTwo | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 72 L |
