2006 Toyota Hilux vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour. 2004 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Toyota Hilux | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Toyota | Smart |
Model | Hilux | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2692 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |