2006 Toyota Matrix vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 1,784 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Matrix (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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 Matrix (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Matrix | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Toyota | Smart |
| Model | Matrix | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 33 L |
