2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Smart ForFour and 2006 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (79 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 347 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, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (195 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2006 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForFour | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1099 cc | 1422 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
