2006 Lexus SC vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2006 Lexus SC and 2006 Smart ForTwo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 727 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus SC | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Lexus | Smart |
Model | SC | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4277 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 33 L |