2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForTwo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
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2007 BMW X5 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | X5 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 22 L |