2005 ZAZ Tavrija vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2005 ZAZ Tavrija and 2005 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart ForFour weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 ZAZ Tavrija. 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. 2005 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2005 ZAZ Tavrija has manual transmission. 2005 ZAZ Tavrija will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 ZAZ Tavrija | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | ZAZ | Smart |
| Model | Tavrija | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
