2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForFour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Hyundai | Smart |
Model | Veracruz | ForFour |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 47 L |