2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 5 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2011 Audi R8 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. 2011 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Smart | Audi |
| Model | ForFour | R8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 90 L |
