2006 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 705 kg more than 2001 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 Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Legend | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Legend | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |