2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1995 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 700 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 2006 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 1995 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Smart | Dodge |
| Model | ForTwo | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 68 L |
