2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Verano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Verano (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Verano should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Verano weights approximately 682 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, 2012 Buick Verano, 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, 2012 Buick Verano (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Verano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Buick Verano | |
Make | Smart | Buick |
Model | ForTwo | Verano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 57 L |