2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForTwo | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForTwo | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 55 L |