2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 500 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForTwo | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 55 L |