2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1317 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 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Smart | Volkswagen |
Model | ForTwo | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 100 L |