2007 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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, 2007 Audi A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A6 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | A6 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |