2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 343 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, 2004 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForFour | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
