2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 821 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2006 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForFour | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1099 cc | 1982 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1636 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
