2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForFour | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |