2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2008 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Fox 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Fox. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Fox.
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 Volkswagen Fox (156 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Fox 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 Fox | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForFour | Fox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1123 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |