2006 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Smart ForFour weights approximately 117 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Accord | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |