2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 305 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 45 L |
