2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Porsche | Smart |
Model | 911 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 47 L |