2005 Smart ForTwo vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Smart ForTwo | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForTwo | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 60 L |