2005 Smart ForFour vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 609 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForFour | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Smart | Volvo |
Model | ForFour | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |