2006 Honda Element vs. 2002 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2002 Smart ForFour. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2002 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Element | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |