2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2003 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart ForTwo would be higher. Both 2006 Smart ForTwo and 2003 Smart ForTwo are equipped with a 698 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 60 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2003 Smart ForTwo (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2003 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2003 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2003 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Smart | Smart |
Model | ForTwo | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 33 L |