2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 13 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Smart Fortwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
Make | Honda | Smart |
Model | Ridgeline | Fortwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1559 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 1867 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 33 L |