2007 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 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 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2005 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | BMW | Smart |
| Model | 335 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
