2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 585 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2008 Toyota Avensis 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. 2008 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Smart ForTwo | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Smart | Toyota |
Model | ForTwo | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 60 L |