2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 515 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Smart Fortwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Toyota | Smart |
| Model | Camry | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
