2007 Hyundai H100 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai H100 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai H100 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2000 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 Hyundai H100 (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai H100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai H100 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Smart |
| Model | H100 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
