2007 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo

To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 725 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2004 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2004 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda NSX 2004 Smart ForTwo
Make Honda Smart
Model NSX ForTwo
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 2977 cc 799 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 5400 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 260 km/hour 130 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.5 seconds 19.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 805 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 1820 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.3 L/100km 3.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 22 L


 

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