2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 610 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 Hyundai i40, 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 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Smart | Hyundai |
Model | ForTwo | i40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |