2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Smart ForFour 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Smart Volkswagen
Model ForFour Jetta
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1123 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 75 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3760 mm 4644 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1778 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1482 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2651 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 22 L 55 L


 

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