2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 934 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Silverado | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 22 L |
