2006 Rover 25 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 25 weights approximately 145 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 Rover 25 (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 25 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Rover | Smart |
Model | 25 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |