2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 7 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour. 2013 Volvo X670 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. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForFour | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Smart | Volvo |
| Model | ForFour | X670 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1123 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2815 mm |
