2005 Smart ForFour vs. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Magellan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Magellan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan (275 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan weights approximately 379 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, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan (310 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Magellan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart ForFour | 2002 Volkswagen Magellan | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForFour | Magellan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
