2005 Mazda Carol vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2001 Smart ForFour (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Carol | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | Carol | ForFour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |