2005 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 543 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 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Accord | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 95 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |