2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2005 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Smart | Chevrolet |
| Model | ForFour | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3130 mm |
