2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 112 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 Smart ForFour (125 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (122 Nm). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Smart | Suzuki |
| Model | ForFour | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
