2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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 2,461 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2008 Volkswagen Commercial | |
| Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
| Model | ForFour | Commercial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2461 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
