2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 Smart Brabus

To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 999 cc, 2007 Smart Brabus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Smart Brabus (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Smart Brabus should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Smart Brabus (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Smart Brabus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart Brabus has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2006 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Smart Brabus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Smart ForTwo 2007 Smart Brabus
Make Smart Smart
Model ForTwo Brabus
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 698 cc 999 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 150 km/hour 155 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 2510 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 1820 mm 2510 mm


 

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