2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1989 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1989 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1989 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Smart ForTwo | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Smart | Suzuki |
Model | ForTwo | Samurai |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2490 mm |