2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Logan (86 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Logan weights approximately 89 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, 2008 Renault Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Smart | Renault |
| Model | ForFour | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
