2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 710 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.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2011 BMW 120 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. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Smart | BMW |
| Model | ForTwo | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 51 L |
