2005 Smart ForFour vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 2 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 658 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, 2007 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForFour | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForFour | Eos |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1623 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |