2005 Smart ForFour vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner

To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 385 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.

Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Smart ForFour 2006 Toyota Fortuner
Make Smart Toyota
Model ForFour Fortuner
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1332 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 94 HP 161 HP
Torque 125 Nm 343 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.4 mm 103 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 970 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 65 L


 

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