2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1496 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Express | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 33 L |
