2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 263 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Express | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 799 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 22 L |
