2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 1080 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 2007 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Fortuner has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Smart | Toyota |
| Model | ForTwo | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 65 L |
