2006 Toyota Prius 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 Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2013 Smart Fortwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 410 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 Prius, 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 Prius (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Smart Fortwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Prius | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | Toyota | Smart |
| Model | Prius | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 3.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 33 L |
