2005 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2002 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Pilot | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Pilot | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 22 L |