2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 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, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForFour | Bora |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |