2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 235 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1359 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | GMC | Smart |
| Model | Envoy | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 40 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 22 L |
