2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
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 Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForFour | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |