2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour

To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 4 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.

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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Smart ForFour 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
Make Smart Honda
Model ForFour Accord Crosstour
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1123 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 75 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4999 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1897 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1669 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2797 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L 70 L


 

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