2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 845 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Microbus has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForTwo | Microbus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2470 mm |