2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | A4 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |